{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sanders - Clyde Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2760560,"projectId":9222838,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us purchase this year's set of 20 highly nominated South Carolina picture books for our school's annual reading challenge! Your contribution allows us to provide multiple copies of each title, giving more students the chance to participate fully and experience these outstanding stories.\r\n\r\nOur reading challenge is a beloved tradition that inspires students to read all 20 nominated books throughout the school year. After finishing each book, students meet with a \"book expert\" — a staff member who chats with them about the story, characters, and themes. When students can confidently discuss the book, they earn a special brag tag featuring that book's cover. By the end of the year, many students proudly collect all 20!\r\n\r\nThis program not only motivates children to read widely, but it also builds their confidence in speaking about books, strengthens comprehension, and fosters meaningful connections with our school staff. Because of your generosity, our students have greater access to high-quality literature and the chance to grow as engaged, enthusiastic readers.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our school, our library, and most importantly, our young readers. Your kindness truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1744217471894,"projectUrl":"project/sc-story-explorers/9222838/","projectTitle":"SC Story Explorers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siebert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2760560_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501201081267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-c-siebert"},{"teacherId":2760560,"projectId":9291337,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously supporting our school library! Because of your kindness, our students now have engaging new life science books to explore, including The Amazing Life Cycle of Plants and Over in the Grasslands: On an African Savanna. These texts are already opening doors to curiosity and meaningful learning.\r\n\r\nBooks about life sciences help children better understand the living world—how plants grow, how animals survive, and how ecosystems work together. With these titles, students can practice important skills such as observing details, comparing and contrasting living things, identifying patterns in nature, and making predictions based on what they read. These books also support lessons in scientific vocabulary, sequencing, nonfiction text features, and environmental awareness.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our young readers are building both their love of reading and their scientific thinking. Your generosity gives them the chance to ask questions, explore new ideas, and see themselves as scientists.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support of our students and their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746209156270,"projectUrl":"project/sprouting-curiosity-life-sciences-for-k/9291337/","projectTitle":"Sprouting Curiosity: Life Sciences for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siebert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2760560_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501201081267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-c-siebert"},{"teacherId":8146456,"projectId":9502973,"letterContent":"On behalf of myself and my students, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of classroom supplies. Your support has made an immediate and meaningful impact on our learning environment. \r\nBecause of your kindness, our students now have access to esential materials such as pencils, kleenex, fidget spinners, calculators, and organizational bins. These tools help them stay organized, boost confidence, and remove barriers that can otherwise hinder learning when supplies are not accessible. \r\nYpur generosity has not only enriched our classroom - it has reminded studetns that we have a community that believes in them and wants them to succeed. \r\nThank you for investing in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758877534083,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-to-begin-our-year/9502973/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials to Begin our Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hirsch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8146456_orig.jpg?crop=347,347,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652358247385","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8146456"},{"teacherId":2760560,"projectId":9319499,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support of our elementary school library! Because of your kindness, our students now have exciting new nonfiction books about medicine, health, geography, and travel. These titles are already sparking curiosity and conversations—students are eager to explore the world, learn how the body works, and dream about new places to visit.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping our readers grow into thoughtful, informed learners who see reading as a window to the wider world. Please know that your gift is making a very real difference in the lives of our students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1754410171969,"projectUrl":"project/pages-for-progress/9319499/","projectTitle":"Pages for Progress","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siebert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2760560_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501201081267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-c-siebert"},{"teacherId":2760560,"projectId":9168562,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our elementary school library has been able to add a wide range of new biography books to our collection. These engaging texts are helping students build important literacy and research skills while also inspiring them with true stories of perseverance, creativity, and leadership. Through these new biographies, students are learning how to identify key details, summarize informational text, and make connections between an individual's life experiences and larger historical events.\r\n\r\nReading in our school library looks lively and purposeful—students browse eagerly, discuss what they've read, and often recommend biographies to their friends. During library time, classes are using these books to explore themes like determination, innovation, and kindness. Students love discovering that real people—scientists, artists, athletes, and activists—once faced challenges just like they do.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously reluctant readers have shown a special enthusiasm for these new books. One student who enjoys sports can't get enough of athlete biographies, while another who loves art now checks out books about painters and illustrators every week. Seeing their interests reflected in real people's stories has helped them feel more confident and curious as readers.\r\n\r\nThese new biography books are helping our students see that everyone's story matters—and that with curiosity, courage, and hard work, they can make their own mark on the world.","fullyFundedDate":1742349371563,"projectUrl":"project/brilliant-biographies/9168562/","projectTitle":"Brilliant Biographies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siebert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2760560_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501201081267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-c-siebert"},{"teacherId":2760560,"projectId":9103777,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our elementary school library has been able to add a wide range of new biography books to our collection. These engaging texts are helping students build important literacy and research skills while also inspiring them with true stories of perseverance, creativity, and leadership. Through these new biographies, students are learning how to identify key details, summarize informational text, and make connections between an individual's life experiences and larger historical events.\r\n\r\nReading in our school library looks lively and purposeful—students browse eagerly, discuss what they've read, and often recommend biographies to their friends. During library time, classes are using these books to explore themes like determination, innovation, and kindness. Students love discovering that real people—scientists, artists, athletes, and activists—once faced challenges just like they do.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously reluctant readers have shown a special enthusiasm for these new books. One student who enjoys sports can't get enough of athlete biographies, while another who loves art now checks out books about painters and illustrators every week. Seeing their interests reflected in real people's stories has helped them feel more confident and curious as readers.\r\n\r\nThese new biography books are helping our students see that everyone's story matters—and that with curiosity, courage, and hard work, they can make their own mark on the world.","fullyFundedDate":1741877410144,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-new-biographies-to-young-reader/9103777/","projectTitle":"Bringing New Biographies to Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siebert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2760560_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501201081267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-c-siebert"},{"teacherId":2760560,"projectId":9188966,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire school community, we want to thank you for your thoughtful donations of backpacks, bookmarks, and pencils for our recent Book Fair. Please know that your kindness made a huge difference!\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, every student was able to take part in the excitement of the Book Fair and leave with something special to remember it by. The bright backpacks were a hit—students proudly carried their new treasures home. The bookmarks inspired them to keep reading, and the pencils added a fun touch that made every student feel celebrated.\r\n\r\nYour support helped create an atmosphere of joy and discovery, turning our Book Fair into more than just an event—it became an experience that celebrated reading and kindness. Thank you for helping us make books and learning feel extra special for every child.","fullyFundedDate":1742910388533,"projectUrl":"project/book-fair-bonanza/9188966/","projectTitle":"Book Fair Bonanza","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siebert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2760560_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501201081267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-c-siebert"},{"teacherId":2760560,"projectId":9234296,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind donation of graphic novels to our elementary school library! Our students are absolutely delighted to explore these new additions. Graphic novels do so much more than tell a story — they help readers build confidence, improve comprehension, and develop a love for reading through engaging artwork and rich storytelling.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, graphic novels are the perfect bridge between pictures and words. They support visual learners, spark imagination, and encourage even the most reluctant readers to pick up a book and keep turning the pages.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped make reading exciting, accessible, and fun for every child who visits our library. We're so grateful for your support and for believing in the power of stories to inspire young minds.","fullyFundedDate":1744238255425,"projectUrl":"project/illustrated-imagination-infinite-inspir/9234296/","projectTitle":"Illustrated Imagination, Infinite Inspiration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siebert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2760560_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501201081267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-c-siebert"},{"teacherId":19582,"projectId":9436670,"letterContent":"I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, my students and I received a mobile desk, mobile drawers, a utility cart, and chair pockets that have already transformed the way we learn and stay organized.\r\n\r\n How we're using the new resources\r\nThe mobile desk and drawers give me the flexibility to move around the classroom with everything I need at my fingertips—whether I'm pulling a small group to the carpet, checking in with students at their seats, or leading a center activity. The utility cart now holds our math manipulatives and literacy games, which students can roll out during station time. And the chair pockets have been a game changer—students keep their books, journals, and supplies neatly stored right at their seats. This has helped reduce clutter and transition time, giving us more minutes for meaningful learning.\r\n One of my favorite moments was when we used the cart and chair pockets during a reading project. Students were able to quickly grab their journals from their chair pockets, roll the cart of books to their tables, and dive into buddy reading. I overheard one student whisper to another, \"This is like having our own little library!\" Moments like that remind me how much your support enriches their learning experience.\r\n The day the materials arrived, my students' eyes lit up. They were thrilled to have their own personal chair pockets and couldn't wait to organize their things. Several said, \"Now I won't lose my pencil!\"—a small but powerful change in their daily routine.\r\n\r\n\r\n We're currently working on building strong writing habits, and these new resources are helping us stay focused and organized as we draft stories, edit, and share our work. Having supplies and journals close by keeps the momentum going, and the mobile desk makes it easy for me to sit right next to a student and provide immediate feedback.\r\n\r\n Thank you again for believing in us. Your generosity doesn't just provide materials—it creates opportunities, fosters independence, and inspires joy in learning. My students and I are so grateful to be on this journey with you.","fullyFundedDate":1758560625526,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-focus-clear-desks-clear-mi/9436670/","projectTitle":"First Grade Focus: Clear Desks, Clear Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Driggers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp19582_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596421528180","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/19582"},{"teacherId":5222336,"projectId":9381859,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire school community, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous support in providing clear backpacks for our scholars. Your contribution has made a lasting impact on both student safety and success.\r\nBecause of your kindness, our scholars come to school each day better prepared, and ready to learn. The clear backpacks have also helped us maintain a safe and secure environment. This has given families, students, and teachers greater peace of mind and allowed us to focus more on learning and growth.\r\nYour donation has truly made a difference — not just by providing supplies, but by showing our students that their community cares deeply about their well-being and education. Thank you for helping us keep our scholars safe, supported, and ready to shine!","fullyFundedDate":1748625805580,"projectUrl":"project/2025-2026-gator-backpack-drive/9381859/","projectTitle":"2025-2026 Gator Backpack Drive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5222336"},{"teacherId":1604866,"projectId":9676906,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping me make my students happy! They each picked out a cute pouch and packed it full of supplies. My plans are to give these to any student who wants one. When they use those supplies, they can bring their pouch back for a refill. I plan on offering the overnight pads to moms at a weekly pop up event. \r\nBy providing girls with what they need we can reduce absenteeism, anxiety and stigma. \r\nThank you for helping me help my students. They appreciate the support and feel much better during their school day.","fullyFundedDate":1757332787718,"projectUrl":"project/puberty-periods/9676906/","projectTitle":"Puberty & Periods","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burgin, RN","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1604866"},{"teacherId":19582,"projectId":9275707,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous contribution to our classroom rug. The moment my first graders walked in and saw it, their faces lit up with excitement. Many of them gasped, and several even said, \"This is where we get to learn now?\" It immediately created a sense of community and belonging in our classroom.\r\n\r\nEach day the rug has become the heart of our literacy and phonics instruction. Students gather together in a cozy, inviting space where they feel safe and focused. During phonics, they sit close to me and to each other, eagerly practicing their sounds, clapping out syllables and building words. The rug gives them a designated space that fosters collaboration, listening and a love of learning.\r\n\r\nYour support has not just provided a rug- it has given my students a foundation, both literally and figuratively, to grow as readers, thinkers and friends. Thank you for believing in the power of education and in the potential of every child in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746498434600,"projectUrl":"project/radiant-literacy-rug/9275707/","projectTitle":"Radiant Literacy Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Driggers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp19582_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596421528180","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/19582"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_6216","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":369,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":89,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"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":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":64.9,"schoolId":6216,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sanders - Clyde Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sanders - Clyde Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-carolina/charleston-county-school-district/sanders-clyde-elementary-school/6216"}