{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lake Rim Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":48.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2549994,"projectId":10121387,"letterContent":"Your generosity has opened the door for my students to experience compassion through meaningful, technology-rich learning. Using the Lenovo Tab M11, students are engaging with videos, virtual read-alouds, and interactive discussions that help them explore Lunar New Year traditions and understand the emotions connected to cultural celebrations. Technology allows them to see and hear real stories, making abstract concepts like empathy more concrete. For example, while watching The Way of Togetherness, students were able to pause, discuss, and reflect on how a character might feel celebrating away from extended family, leading to thoughtful responses like, \"They might feel happy but also a little sad.\" These moments show how technology supports deeper understanding, language development, and perspective-taking.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students has been the opportunity to create their own digital projects. They are especially engaged when using the tablets to design Lunar New Year greeting cards, record messages, and create simple presentations that celebrate others' cultures. The ability to record their voices and see their ideas come to life has increased both motivation and confidence. Several students who are typically more reserved during whole-group discussions have especially warmed to this technology, using the recording features to express their thoughts more freely and clearly. This has provided an inclusive way for all learners to participate and share their understanding.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue building on these skills by creating and sharing digital kindness projects that promote inclusion and respect for diverse backgrounds. They will reflect on how recognizing and celebrating others' traditions can help people feel valued and connected. Through ongoing digital reflections and presentations, I am already seeing growth in students' ability to express empathy, use compassionate language, and demonstrate respect for others. Because of your support, my students are not only strengthening their academic and technology skills, but they are also learning how to use those skills to make others feel seen, heard, and appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1772498780712,"projectUrl":"project/compassion-across-cultures-learning-abo/10121387/","projectTitle":"Compassion Across Cultures: Learning About Lunar New Year and More","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2549994_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449063534383","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nikole-mccoy"},{"teacherId":2549994,"projectId":10089808,"letterContent":"Your generosity is making compassion visible, tangible, and meaningful in our classroom. For our Mother's Day community service project, students will be using the donated supplies to create thoughtful gift cups filled with coffee, drinks, and creamers to honor mothers and maternal figures. As we prepared the materials, one student carefully placed items into a cup and said, \"This will help someone feel happy after work,\" showing a clear connection between action and empathy. Through guided discussions, role-play, and hands-on participation, students are not only assembling gifts but also practicing perspective-taking and learning how small acts of kindness can bring comfort to others.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and curious, immediately asking who they would be helping. Their enthusiasm quickly turned into purpose as they began sorting and organizing supplies, eager to contribute. Next, students will complete and distribute the gift cups while reflecting on the experience through drawings, discussions, and verbal responses. We will continue building on this lesson by connecting their actions to broader ideas of compassion, encouraging them to recognize opportunities to help others in their everyday lives. Through ongoing observation and reflection, I am already seeing increased use of empathetic language, stronger cooperation, and a deeper understanding that compassion is not just something we talk about, but it is something we do.","fullyFundedDate":1771873611724,"projectUrl":"project/giving-back-to-our-community-for-mother/10089808/","projectTitle":"Giving Back to Our Community for Mother’s Day","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2549994_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449063534383","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nikole-mccoy"},{"teacherId":2549994,"projectId":10099613,"letterContent":"Your generosity has brought compassion to life in our classroom in ways that are both meaningful and lasting. My pre-k students eagerly use the new resources during our daily lessons, especially as we explore \"Quiet Kindness\" during Letter Q week. One powerful moment occurred during a read-aloud when a student noticed a character looking sad and quietly said, \"I think they need a friend,\" then chose to sit beside a classmate who was feeling upset. These materials have helped students connect stories to real-life experiences, using visuals, role-play, and discussion to better understand emotions and perspectives.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and heartfelt. They were especially drawn to the visual supports and hands-on activities, which made learning about feelings more concrete and accessible. As we began creating our \"Compassion Bags,\" students took great care in selecting items and dictating kind messages. Many expressed genuine concern for others, asking thoughtful questions like, \"Who needs this today?\" Their reactions showed not only joy, but a growing awareness of others' needs.\r\n\r\nNext, our class will continue our Quest for Kindness by delivering the compassion bags and reflecting on the impact of our actions. Students will use drawings, voice recordings, and video reflections to describe how others might feel and how their kindness can help. These experiences will deepen their understanding of empathy while strengthening communication and social-emotional skills. Because of your support, my students are not just learning about compassion, they are practicing it in real, meaningful ways that will stay with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1771530572724,"projectUrl":"project/compassion-kits-empathy-packs-a-quiet/10099613/","projectTitle":"Compassion Kits & Empathy Packs: A Quiet Kindness Quest","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2549994_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449063534383","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nikole-mccoy"},{"teacherId":3432422,"projectId":10042620,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom store! My first graders are already buzzing with excitement over the new rewards.\r\n\r\nThese items are more than just toys; they are powerful motivators for positive behavior. The watercolor paints and coloring books give our budding artists a creative outlet, while the reward bracelets allow students to wear their achievements with pride. The toy cars and squishy animals provide a fun incentive for students to stay on track, and I can personally vouch that the slime balls are absolutely awesome!\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are learning the value of hard work and consistency. As Louisa May Alcott once said, \"A gift consists not in what is done or given, but in the intention of the giver or doer.\" Your intention to support our classroom has made a lasting impact on these children.\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1772147898840,"projectUrl":"project/the-spotlight-award-celebrating-our-s/10042620/","projectTitle":"The Spotlight Award: Celebrating Our Student of the Week!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Charleston","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3432422_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729525593637","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/d-charleston"},{"teacherId":3407125,"projectId":10041026,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this end‑of‑year project for my students. Your generosity is helping us create a celebration that is not only joyful but deeply meaningful for their growth as young readers and writers. By providing these, Oh, the Places You'll Go! themed tote bags, you've given my students something special to carry their books, their work, and their pride in how far they've come.\r\n\r\nThese bags will be part of a milestone moment, our book‑signing celebration, where each child gets to feel like an author, a graduate, and a learner ready for the next big step. Your support ensures they can take home their materials safely while also feeling celebrated for their hard work.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping make this experience unforgettable. Your kindness truly makes a difference in their journey.","fullyFundedDate":1769811733760,"projectUrl":"project/we-are-off-to-kindergarten/10041026/","projectTitle":"We Are Off to Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Corbett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3407125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457504763557","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/henrietta-corbett"},{"teacherId":3407125,"projectId":9856332,"letterContent":"Tha j you so much for supporting me and to make sure all the resources are often done. As I embark on this National Board Journey, I will be able to provide my students with the opportunity to explore new ideas and challenge themselves to improve learning abilities.\r\n\r\nThank you for considering this opportunity 💜. I m preparing them for the success 🙌🏽 I want to create a classroom environment that promotes their learning journey 😊. As a teacher I will be teaching and engaging my skills and academic success in a more positive way.","fullyFundedDate":1764705143065,"projectUrl":"project/help-with-the-national-board-certificati/9856332/","projectTitle":"Help with the National Board Certification Process!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Corbett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3407125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457504763557","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/henrietta-corbett"},{"teacherId":4289438,"projectId":9817098,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity in providing our classroom with new electric pencil sharpeners and a vibrant sets of colored pencils. In a third-grade classroom, the \"small\" things—like a sharp pencil—actually make a massive difference in the flow of our day.\r\n When the boxes arrived, my students were beyond excited. There was an audible cheer when they saw the heavy-duty sharpeners! Before these arrived, we often dealt with broken manual sharpeners that would stall our writing time. Now, the students feel a sense of pride and independence being able to quickly prep their tools.\r\n We are currently using the colored pencils to tackle our unit on fractions. The colors allow students to visually partition shapes; for example, they might shade 1/4 of a circle in blue and 3/4 in red to clearly see the parts of a whole. Having a sharp, reliable point is essential when they are drawing precise lines to divide a rectangle into 1/8 segments.These resources aren't just supplies; they are tools that foster mathematical thinking and keep our momentum going. Because of you, our \"Ready, Sharp, Write!\" goal is officially a reality every single day.With gratitude,Ms. Parker","fullyFundedDate":1764036949438,"projectUrl":"project/ready-sharp-write/9817098/","projectTitle":"Ready, Sharp, Write!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4289438_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762653683204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pammie-parker"},{"teacherId":2549994,"projectId":10075035,"letterContent":"When our 100th Day of School restocking materials arrived, my students were immediately filled with excitement and curiosity. The moment they saw the 100th Day glasses and crowns, they could not wait to put them on. They proudly looked at themselves and each other, smiling and saying, \"We made it to 100 days!\" This simple celebration helped them recognize their hard work and build a strong sense of accomplishment.\r\n\r\nWe used the washable tempera paint to create \"100 Dot Masterpieces,\" where students carefully counted and painted 100 dots on their papers. This activity strengthened their counting skills, number recognition, and one-to-one correspondence while allowing them to express their creativity. The patio door insulation sheet worked perfectly as a drop cloth, giving students the freedom to paint confidently and independently. Because of this, students stayed engaged longer and took pride in completing their work.\r\n\r\nThe electric pencil sharpener has already made a daily difference. Students are able to quickly sharpen their pencils and continue working without long interruptions, which helps maintain focus during writing, math, and drawing activities. This has increased instructional time and reduced frustration.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these materials helped create a joyful and motivating classroom environment. Students felt celebrated, valued, and excited to learn. Their confidence grew as they participated in meaningful, hands-on activities that recognized their progress.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue using these supplies for counting collections, creative art projects, and writing activities connected to our number units. Students are especially excited to create their own books about the number 100 and share them with their classmates. Because of your generosity, my students are not only learning important academic skills but are also building confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1770314156745,"projectUrl":"project/100th-day-of-school-restocking/10075035/","projectTitle":"100th Day of School Restocking","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2549994_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449063534383","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nikole-mccoy"},{"teacherId":2549994,"projectId":10047152,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Hot Cocoa Stand Dramatic Play project! Because of you, my Pre-K students now have a joyful, engaging space where they can learn through play while building important social, academic, and life skills.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, and I unveiled the new dramatic play center, my students' faces absolutely lit up. They immediately began exploring the mugs, pretend coffee maker, menus, and props, excitedly asking, \"Can I be the cashier?\" and \"Can I make the cocoa?\" Their enthusiasm turned into meaningful learning as they jumped right into role-playing, negotiating roles, and practicing kind, respectful communication with one another.\r\n\r\nWe are using the new resources daily as students take on roles such as cashier, barista, customer, and helper while \"running\" their own hot cocoa stand. With labeled props, menus, and real classroom photos guiding setup, children are strengthening print awareness, counting skills, turn-taking, and problem-solving in a low-risk, high-engagement environment. The wooden pretend coffee maker allows students to safely practice sequencing steps, pouring, stirring, and serving others, building both fine motor skills and confidence.\r\n\r\nTo connect pretend play with real-world experiences, I also provide teacher-prepared hot cocoa using the Keurig machine and cocoa pods. Students observe and participate in age-appropriate ways while I handle all hot water and equipment. This adds excitement and reinforces lessons about routines, patience, safety, and hygiene. Sharing a warm cup of cocoa together has become a special classroom moment that encourages community, conversation, and care.\r\n\r\nNext, we will extend this learning by incorporating simple order forms for students to write or draw customer requests, counting and graphing favorite flavors, and connecting our hot cocoa stand to lessons about community helpers, families, and winter traditions. These activities will deepen early math, literacy, and social-emotional learning while keeping students motivated and engaged.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly transformed our dramatic play center into a space where creativity, collaboration, and joyful learning thrive. Thank you for investing in my students and helping them build skills that will support their growth now and in the years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1769368884503,"projectUrl":"project/hot-cocoa-stand-dramatic-play/10047152/","projectTitle":"Hot Cocoa Stand Dramatic Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2549994_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449063534383","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nikole-mccoy"},{"teacherId":3407125,"projectId":9826904,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our storytelling space. Your generosity brings this vision to life in the most meaningful way. The colorful alphabet rug, along with the props, puzzles, and read‑aloud materials, will transform our classroom into a place where students can gather, imagine, and create together.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students will have a vibrant, welcoming area where stories aren't just heard — they're experienced. They'll be able to retell their favorite books, act out characters, and build confidence in their literacy skills through hands‑on, joyful learning.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps spark creativity and connection in our classroom, and we're truly grateful for the difference you've made.","fullyFundedDate":1760737621753,"projectUrl":"project/reading-all-around/9826904/","projectTitle":"Reading All Around!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Corbett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3407125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457504763557","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/henrietta-corbett"},{"teacherId":3407125,"projectId":9762626,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our Halloween truly spooktacular! Your generous support brought so much joy (and plenty of treats!) to our classroom. The students lit up with excitement, and the festive goodies helped make the day feel magical, memorable, and full of fun.\r\n\r\nYour kindness doesn't just fill treat bags — it fills our classroom with laughter, creativity, and a sense of community that means the world to us. We're grateful for your thoughtfulness and for helping create moments our students will remember long after the decorations come down.","fullyFundedDate":1760737325123,"projectUrl":"project/a-spooktacular-halloween/9762626/","projectTitle":"A Spooktacular Halloween!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Corbett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3407125_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457504763557","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/henrietta-corbett"},{"teacherId":2311255,"projectId":9077898,"letterContent":"First thank you for your investment in my students and thank you so much for all the supplies you provided for our class. We have been able to do many projects. We have done lots of amazing work, from illustrating about what the moon is like to creating art on jumping into the new year with goals that will help us learn better. Our class loves to create art to express our learning , as well as writing our paragraphs. It truly does take a village to raise a child, thanks for being part of our village.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1746787160266,"projectUrl":"project/a-work-in-progress/9077898/","projectTitle":"A Work in Progress...","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeHaan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2311255_orig.jpg?crop=435,435,x268,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737654805321","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2311255"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_1396","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":626,"numTeachers":44,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":58,"percentWhite":12,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":18,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":51.8,"schoolId":1396,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lake Rim Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lake Rim Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/cumberland-county-schools/lake-rim-elementary-school/1396"}