{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mangum Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9561934,"projectId":9797211,"letterContent":"The looks on ALL the 3rd through 5th grade students when they received their goody bag was absolutely incredible. They were not expecting it and were so gracious.\r\n\r\nI let them all know that they had worked hard all year and we talked about feeling good about testing for the EOG and how much everyone has learned.\r\n\r\nThe smiles and excitement as they opened their very own goody bag with mints, stress ball, pencil and bracelet with positive affirmations was priceless.\r\n\r\nWithout you this wouldn't have been possible and I can't thank you enough for making this come to life!!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1759963462830,"projectUrl":"project/we-are-all-smarty-pants/9797211/","projectTitle":"We Are All Smarty Pants","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wicker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561934_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109758565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561934"},{"teacherId":9552273,"projectId":9444162,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our space look beautiful and inviting for my students! We are in a new classroom this year and the rugs have been perfect for brightening up our space. They are loving the comfortable chair and rugs. We use the chair daily as the helper of the day and students spread out to work on the carpets all throughout the day. There are lots of projects to choose from when it comes to donating, and we certainly appreciate your generosity in contributing to our project! We hope you have a wonderful rest of the year as well!","fullyFundedDate":1753811663498,"projectUrl":"project/help-make-our-learning-space-beautiful-a/9444162/","projectTitle":"Help Make Our Learning Space Beautiful and Inviting!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schuett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9552273_orig.jpg?crop=2166,2166,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716295849194","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9552273"},{"teacherId":9549902,"projectId":9267230,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my dearest, thanks for contributing to my project this spring. Over the summer I gradually moved into my new space and made it a welcoming space for my students. I painted and used the resources from my project to store manipulatives, replace broken or missing tennis balls on chairs And two add to my classroom library. The students have already drove to the books and are enjoying the new reads! I am enjoying the space in the ease at which everything flows within it. It is truly incredible. How important set up is in a classroom. It is something teachers are constantly trying to improve for student ease and their own. \r\nThank you again for helping with this project and contributing to the overall success of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1746802474643,"projectUrl":"project/a-new-space-to-learn/9267230/","projectTitle":"A New Space to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9549902_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716083418866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9549902"},{"teacherId":9561934,"projectId":9350035,"letterContent":"We are now in week 3 of our school year and we have used so many of the resources that you all provided funds to receive!!!!! Here are just a few examples of the way you all helped our students.\r\n We had a few Kindergarteners that were having a very hard time transitioning away from parents into school. The timers and the sensory boards were so very helpful in giving them time they needed to transition.\r\n We have a couple of students who have special needs that need a calming space for behavior. We have used the calming kit several times and they just love the breathing koala!!!!\r\n What you helped provide to us helps us provide social emotional well being for our students. Thanks so much for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1754241039641,"projectUrl":"project/multi-sensory-classroom-for-all/9350035/","projectTitle":"Multi-Sensory Classroom for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wicker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561934_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109758565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561934"},{"teacherId":9561934,"projectId":9606230,"letterContent":"Thanks so much for your donation. My students love their Skylight Calendar. It helps students feel more connected and included in classroom routines. It builds independence and responsibility. They can visually track their schedule and upcoming centers and activities.\r\n\r\nThe display also encourages discussions, teamwork and problem solving. It helps generate Depth of Knowledge skills and reduces anxiety.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support of my students. I am forever grateful for the support friends, family, and strangers give to support education.","fullyFundedDate":1755919375913,"projectUrl":"project/organized-chaos/9606230/","projectTitle":"Organized Chaos","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wicker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561934_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109758565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561934"},{"teacherId":9561934,"projectId":9325117,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations!! You brought this idea to life and without you it would have been impossible.\r\n I have been able to work in 2 small groups as students created and designed animals and flowers. We created challenges to \"Think Bigger\". Ex. Change your model to allow rainwater to drain.\r\n I love that these kits give students opportunities to work together, design, test and \"Think Bigger\". These kits will be used for many years.\r\n Thank you again for being a part of our village.","fullyFundedDate":1746721667924,"projectUrl":"project/developing-scientists/9325117/","projectTitle":"Developing Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wicker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561934_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109758565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561934"},{"teacherId":9561934,"projectId":9258887,"letterContent":"The looks on ALL the 3rd through 5th grade students when they received their goody bag was absolutely incredible. They were not expecting it and were so gracious.\r\n I let them all know that they had worked hard all year and we talked about feeling good about testing for the EOG and how much everyone has learned. \r\n The smiles and excitement as they opened their very own goody bag with mints, stress ball, pencil and bracelet with positive affirmations was priceless. \r\n Without you this wouldn't have been possible and I can't thank you enough for making this come to life!!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1746648200541,"projectUrl":"project/we-are-all-smarty-pants/9258887/","projectTitle":"We Are All Smarty Pants","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wicker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561934_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109758565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561934"},{"teacherId":9561934,"projectId":9267883,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the opportunity to have these books in my classroom and to share throughout grade levels K-5th. These books were specifically chosen for students who need help with anxiety, self assurance, self esteem and being positive role models. I just love the positive impact these books make.\r\n I have shared 3 of the read alouds with 9 classes 3rd through 5th as a way to talk about test taking skills and how to feel positive not worried. I am in my 2nd week of sharing several books as I read aloud in grades K-1st. We are learning how to be kind and show empathy.\r\n I am so excited to have all these at the beginning of next school year. It will be a whole year of reading, learning and discussions. \r\n Thank you again for your support. It means so much to me, my students and ,my school.","fullyFundedDate":1746465822451,"projectUrl":"project/interventions-with-read-aloud-books/9267883/","projectTitle":"Interventions with Read Aloud Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wicker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561934_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109758565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561934"},{"teacherId":9561934,"projectId":9213053,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for ALL the incredible books to use to build my students self confidence. I have used 8 of these books so far in different grade levels. In 3rd -5th , we used these books to help with test taking anxiety and feeling good about ourselves. In K-2 we used to make friends and write together sharing positive feedback.\r\n\r\nI am excited to start next school year off with friendship builders, empathy towards others and what makes a good student.\r\n\r\nThese books have already been so useful and I am so excited to have them at the beginning of the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1746469709925,"projectUrl":"project/books-are-beautiful-builders/9213053/","projectTitle":"Books are Beautiful Builders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wicker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561934_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109758565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561934"},{"teacherId":9549902,"projectId":9088023,"letterContent":"Thank you for being a major donor to my campaign for my second grade classroom. Your concern for our class is above and beyond. Thanks to your continued support, we've been able to help this years second graders and future embers of my classroom by providing supplies to encourage reading. The bins have been a game changer for students and I have even noticed more students choosing to get books from the bins rather than reading on the computer. \r\n\r\nThank you again. We are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1738274919126,"projectUrl":"project/a-fresh-start/9088023/","projectTitle":"A Fresh Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9549902_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716083418866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9549902"},{"teacherId":9561934,"projectId":9160332,"letterContent":"Thank you ! Thank you!!! I have already printed several books and have used in my small intervention groups. The best part is my students are able to take them home after we complete them. They now have books to read at home!!!\r\n\r\nBooks are so important and for these students to have books accessible on their level makes my heart so happy. Reading is so important in life and you have helped me give these students a love for books and reading.\r\n\r\nIt has been a great week choosing books from TPT to have in my small groups. This would not have been possible with support from donors like you!!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1743983565970,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-real-important/9160332/","projectTitle":"Reading Is Real Important","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wicker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561934_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109758565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561934"},{"teacherId":9561934,"projectId":8859330,"letterContent":"Thank you again from the bottom of my heart. My students have thoroughly enjoyed all the games, sensory items and being able to earn rewards. All kids have been positively impacted, however 2 students have been able to take control of their emotions in positive ways. Due to the \"comfort area\" and fidgets of all sizes, these 2 students have calmed themselves and have been able to walk to class to learn without missing very much instructional time.\r\n\r\nI truly appreciated this organization and all my donors who help make this an easier and kinder atmosphere.","fullyFundedDate":1731551321925,"projectUrl":"project/treasures-for-treasuring-academic-goals/8859330/","projectTitle":"Treasures for Treasuring Academic Goals","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wicker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9561934_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109758565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9561934"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_1451","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":294,"numTeachers":24,"percentFrplEligible":43,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":63,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":18,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.4,"schoolId":1451,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mangum Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mangum Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/durham-public-schools/mangum-elementary-school/1451"}