{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sampit Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":38.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8823138,"projectId":9720339,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is now equipped with a 3D printer that has completely transformed the way students learn. What was once abstract and theoretical has become tangible and hands-on. Students are no longer just imagining solutions—they are designing, creating, testing, and refining real prototypes.\r\n\r\nThe 3D printer has strengthened critical thinking, problem-solving, and perseverance. Students engage more deeply in STEM lessons because they can see their ideas come to life layer by layer. Whether designing models to demonstrate scientific concepts, creating solutions to real-world challenges, or integrating math through measurement and scale, students are applying their learning in authentic and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, I am able to incorporate more project-based learning opportunities into my instruction. Students collaborate, revise their designs based on feedback, and take ownership of their learning. The excitement and sense of accomplishment when a design successfully prints is incredible—it builds confidence and encourages innovation.\r\n\r\nThis 3D printer is more than just a piece of technology; it is a tool that empowers students to think like engineers, creators, and problem-solvers. Thank you for investing in their creativity, curiosity, and future success!","fullyFundedDate":1767051330914,"projectUrl":"project/seeing-the-future-in-3d/9720339/","projectTitle":"Seeing the Future in 3D","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Altman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8823138_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757705444126","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823138"},{"teacherId":8823138,"projectId":10072249,"letterContent":"Having an additional stool at our small group table will make an immediate and meaningful difference in our classroom. Small group instruction is where targeted support, enrichment, and individualized learning take place. Without enough seating, students are often left feeling crowded or have to rotate in and out, which limits valuable instructional time.\r\n\r\nThis stool will ensure that every student has a comfortable and consistent place during small group lessons. Whether we are working on reading intervention, math enrichment, or collaborative discussions, students will be able to fully engage without distraction. Something as simple as adequate seating promotes focus, inclusion, and a sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nYour support will help create a more organized, welcoming learning space where every child can participate confidently and comfortably. Thank you for helping us make our small group instruction more effective and equitable for all learners!","fullyFundedDate":1769996291499,"projectUrl":"project/sitting-in-small-group/10072249/","projectTitle":"Sitting in Small Group","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Altman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8823138_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757705444126","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823138"},{"teacherId":969209,"projectId":9870338,"letterContent":"I simply LOVED getting my children this opportunity to work on our Gingerbread Man unit. They loved every single book read. They were THERE for trying to figure out if the next book would turn out like the last book. They were enthralled at every step. Of course the highlight of the whole unit was getting to bring the theme into center time. They enthusiastically participated in every step of making the play doh and getting to dress up like chefs in the bakery center... getting to roll out the dough with rolling pins, bake gingerbread cookies, and us molds to make the different shapes. They had a blast and we were grateful for your making this possible for them.","fullyFundedDate":1762267487947,"projectUrl":"project/mixing-up-gingerbread-doh/9870338/","projectTitle":"Mixing Up Gingerbread Doh!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp969209_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y566&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704839317300","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-t-mccray"},{"teacherId":969209,"projectId":9875811,"letterContent":"Thank you, THANK YOU for funding this project. You were able to provide my children with a great bundle of holiday gifts which included an activity they enjoy playing with at school, books, a coloring book and crayons., hats, mufflers, and socks to help with the cold, and party, healthy food. They were also able to take home all the crafts they got to work on as gifts for their lives ones. The children were astounded by how I had the prepared gift bags hiding in plain sight along the perimeter of our classroom. They absolutely LOVED their goodies and were genuinely thankful. You're AMAZING!","fullyFundedDate":1762450492712,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-more-holiday-comfort-and-joy/9875811/","projectTitle":"A Little More Holiday Comfort and Joy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp969209_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y566&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704839317300","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-t-mccray"},{"teacherId":969209,"projectId":9868966,"letterContent":"Thank you, THANK YOU for funding this project. You were able to provide my children with a great bundle of holiday gifts which included an activity they enjoy playing with at school, books, a coloring book and crayons., hats, mufflers, and socks to help with the cold, and party, healthy food. They were also able to take home all the crafts they got to work on as gifts for their lives ones. The children were astounded by how I had the prepared gift bags hiding in plain sight along the perimeter of our classroom. They absolutely LOVED their goodies and were genuinely thankful. You're AMAZING!","fullyFundedDate":1762285164397,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-comfort-and-joy/9868966/","projectTitle":"Holiday Comfort and Joy!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp969209_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y566&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704839317300","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-t-mccray"},{"teacherId":439489,"projectId":9701693,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of classroom incentives, including candy, mini highlighters, water bottle stickers, and mini pencils. These items may seem small, but to my students, they are incredibly meaningful and exciting rewards that help motivate them to stay focused, work hard, and take pride in their learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, I am able to recognize positive behavior, celebrate academic growth, and build a classroom culture where students feel encouraged and valued. Many of my students come from homes where school supplies and rewards are not always easily accessible, so your support makes a powerful difference in their daily school experience.\r\n\r\nYour generosity brings smiles, boosts confidence, and helps create a joyful, supportive learning environment where students are eager to participate and succeed. On behalf of my students and myself, thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in their success. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1765054558745,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-for-intervention/9701693/","projectTitle":"Incentives for Intervention","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp439489_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688001876923","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joni-alford"},{"teacherId":8823138,"projectId":9711329,"letterContent":"Thank you for allowing my students the opportunity to learn with our new robots! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to technology they can use in many meaningful and engaging ways.\r\n\r\nOur very first robotics project was a HUGE success. Students coded the robots to move across maps they created, practicing cardinal directions while also developing problem-solving and coding skills. It was incredible to watch their thinking as they used trial and error to program their robots to reach the desired locations. Making learning hands-on and tangible truly deepened their understanding and engagement.\r\n\r\nMy students were thrilled just to see the robots move, but their favorite part was creating a celebration dance after successfully coding a path around their maps. This technology made learning accessible and empowering for all of my students, regardless of their level of cognition. One moment that perfectly captured the impact of your donation was when a student proudly said, \"Mrs. Altman, I know I'm smart because I can code a robot now!\"\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and supporting their learning in such a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1762276278649,"projectUrl":"project/dashing-to-success/9711329/","projectTitle":"Dashing to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Altman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8823138_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757705444126","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8823138"},{"teacherId":439489,"projectId":9189470,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for supporting this project and investing in my students' reading success. Your generosity has provided materials that will truly strengthen the connection between school and home, giving families meaningful ways to support learning together.\r\n\r\nBecause of your gift, my students now have hands-on tools they can use to practice the exact phonics skills we work on each day in our reading intervention groups. The mesh zipper bags make it easy for students to safely transport their materials back and forth, empowering them to take ownership of their learning. The dry erase pockets and sturdy cardstock are already proving to be incredibly valuable—students love using them to practice blending, segmenting, and reading words while having fun at home with their families.\r\n\r\nThese resources help build confidence, independence, and excitement around reading. You have given my students more than supplies—you have given them opportunities, encouragement, and the message that their learning matters.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and supporting their path toward stronger reading skills. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1747920943359,"projectUrl":"project/linking-literacy-in-learners-lives-pa/9189470/","projectTitle":"Linking Literacy in Learners' Lives - Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp439489_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688001876923","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joni-alford"},{"teacherId":2089763,"projectId":9747481,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the materials for the project titled \"Help me Calm Down.\" These materials are used weekly with the students to provide Social Emotional Learning stations. The students can work alone, with the counselor, or with a student partner as they see fit. \r\nThese resources are valuable for learning in the school counselor's classroom and the students are glad they have these resources to use in the school classroom. \r\nThese resources are in a section that the students know they can access at any time they are in my room. Thanks again for being so kind and helping our students at our school grow.","fullyFundedDate":1758817482913,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-calm-down/9747481/","projectTitle":"Help Me Calm Down","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Annie Baxley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2089763_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536965606675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2089763"},{"teacherId":969209,"projectId":9878303,"letterContent":"This project made this teacher's heart feel so good! When the children returned to the classroom after recess and saw their tables transformed into a long dining table decorated for their Thanksgiving feast all you could see and hear were the looks and sounds of WOW! They LOVED the wooden bowls and spoons and mentioned this is probably exactly what the pilgrims and Native Americans probably used! The butter making had happened earlier in the day and they could not beleive that we actually did it. It was even better when they got to try it out on their cornbread. I'd say this project was a hit and the children will remember the experience for a very long time. \r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support in making this experience happen for our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762976168556,"projectUrl":"project/we-give-thanks/9878303/","projectTitle":"We Give Thanks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp969209_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y566&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704839317300","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-t-mccray"},{"teacherId":10103736,"projectId":9521118,"letterContent":"The art activity supplies are a great success! My students are now displaying creativity, interest and making innovative projects.\r\nWith the benefit of the supplies we are learning to glue and paint with all different textures and techniques. We are using a process approach where the focus is on doing and experiencing it and not so much on the finished product. \r\nWe are a \"theme\" based class and now the activity we complete daily has no bounds or barriers. My students can make spiders, manipulate playdoh and paint in so many ways. The only thing holding them back is their own imagination!","fullyFundedDate":1758817257424,"projectUrl":"project/i-made-it-an-art-and-activity-center/9521118/","projectTitle":"I Made It! An Art and Activity Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10103736"},{"teacherId":2989772,"projectId":9828133,"letterContent":"My students and I are so grateful for your contribution to our intervention classroom. They were so excited when I told them that our project was fully funded and that we would be receiving several boxes of sweet treats very soon. Motivation is essential to academic success, and often times, my students feel defeated because they are aware of their struggles in learning. Despite the challenges they face, they work hard every day to achieve their goals, and they look forward to a special treat as a reward for their hard work and dedication. Thank you again for supporting our classroom and bringing smiles to the faces of young children!","fullyFundedDate":1761175467965,"projectUrl":"project/sweets-for-successful-students/9828133/","projectTitle":"Sweets for Successful Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Steedley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2989772_orig.jpg?crop=507,507,x165,y5&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588608032341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brandysteedley"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_6773","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":270,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":62,"percentWhite":28,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":61.1,"schoolId":6773,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sampit Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sampit Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-carolina/georgetown-county-school-district/sampit-elementary-school/6773"}