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I couldn't possibly thank you enough, our students couldn't possibly thank you enough and with your generosity you have helped others grow.","fullyFundedDate":1739375092715,"projectUrl":"project/active-play-for-kindergarten/8903166/","projectTitle":"Active Play for Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Joanne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3891636_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763189852374","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jnikci"},{"teacherId":5511675,"projectId":9414464,"letterContent":"I am beyond thrilled to have received this project. Being able to get a teachers pay teachers gift card has helped to have a successful beginning of the year. \r\nI was able to get a new homework packet that aligns with our new curriculum. I was also able to get worksheets that go along with our new math program. I was also able to get a few other things that will help me implement our new curriculums. \r\nI love getting new ideas to help extend my children's learning. This project will allow me to fulfill my needs this school year. Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1752671559148,"projectUrl":"project/exciting-educational-resources/9414464/","projectTitle":"Exciting Educational Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amodio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5511675_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531000903857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/g-amodio"},{"teacherId":9918957,"projectId":9103957,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to make this project a possibility for our students at Socastee Elementary School! \r\n\r\nSince we have received these instruments, students have been able to learn the basics of keyboards such as finger placement, naming the keys, and playing their first songs. For many of them, this was the first time they had ever touched a keyboard, so it was very exciting for them! It was also very inspiring as a teacher to see the joy on each of their faces. \r\n\r\nThank you so much again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1739375086043,"projectUrl":"project/keyboard-pianos-for-music/9103957/","projectTitle":"Keyboard Pianos for Music","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cox","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9918957"},{"teacherId":9927182,"projectId":9120783,"letterContent":"The funding from Donors Choose for our \"STEM/Technology Exploration\" project has made a powerful impact on my classroom. With the addition of Legos, building blocks, and crafting materials, my students now engage in hands-on, inquiry-based learning that fosters creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. These resources have transformed our classroom into a space where students can design, build, test, and improve their ideas—developing essential engineering and design-thinking skills. Legos and building blocks help students explore structural concepts and spatial reasoning, while crafting materials like glue, tape, and organized storage give them the tools to construct real prototypes and bring their ideas to life. Most importantly, these materials support open-ended exploration and teamwork, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and preparing them to become the next generation of STEM innovators.","fullyFundedDate":1740108474785,"projectUrl":"project/stemtechnology-exploration/9120783/","projectTitle":"STEM/Technology Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perito","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9927182"},{"teacherId":4900126,"projectId":9104027,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding my Donors Choose project called \"Coding for Everyone.\" Your contribution has made a significant impact on my students' learning experiences. With the resources provided, they have been able to learn essential coding skills right in the classroom.\r\n\r\nI'm especially excited to share that several of my students utilized the Sphero robots to create a project that they entered into our school district's technology fair! This opportunity has not only enhanced their understanding of coding but has also encouraged teamwork and creativity. Although we won't receive the results from the technology fair until May 23, my students are buzzing with excitement. They are learning to debug their coding when they run into problems, which is a crucial skill for their development. Your support truly makes a difference in their education! I have included several pictures from the technology fair.","fullyFundedDate":1739407485014,"projectUrl":"project/coding-is-for-everyone/9104027/","projectTitle":"Coding is for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kenley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4900126_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1543279325522","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4900126"},{"teacherId":3741763,"projectId":9102385,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Makerspace project! When the materials arrived, my students were absolutely thrilled—eyes wide, smiles everywhere, and so many eager hands ready to dive in. Since then, we've been using the supplies to explore creativity and problem-solving in exciting new ways. One memorable moment was when a group of students designed and built their own animal habitats displaying animals with prosthetics and adaptative equipment using recycled materials, craft sticks, gears, and motors—they tested, adjusted, and proudly shared their working models with the class. The new resources have completely transformed our STEM station rotations, encouraging collaboration and imaginative thinking across all grade levels. Next, we're working on prototyping solutions to real-world problems through design challenges—thanks to your support, our students have the tools and confidence to dream big and build even bigger.","fullyFundedDate":1739375085936,"projectUrl":"project/the-shark-tank-socastee-elementary-make/9102385/","projectTitle":"The Shark Tank: Socastee Elementary Makerspace","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tobrocke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3741763"},{"teacherId":5511675,"projectId":9126522,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for the wonderful treasure box toys you provided for my kids. They were so excited to open the boxes! Your kindness and generosity have brought so much joy and excitement into their lives. Seeing their smiles and hearing their laughter as they explore their new toys is truly priceless.\r\n\r\nThese new incentives are helping them to make good choices and complete their homework. \r\n\r\nThank you for your thoughtfulness and for making a difference in our lives. Your generosity means the world to us!","fullyFundedDate":1740358796994,"projectUrl":"project/treasure-box-of-fun-exciting-toys-for-k/9126522/","projectTitle":"Treasure Box of Fun: Exciting Toys for Kids!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amodio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5511675_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531000903857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/g-amodio"},{"teacherId":5511675,"projectId":8749183,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support in making our literacy station project a reality through DonorsChoose! I am thrilled to share that the kids absolutely love the hands-on literacy stations. They engage with the materials in ways that really enhance their learning experience.\r\nWe are very excited to incorporate these new resources into our classroom and can't wait to see the positive impact they will have on our students' literacy skills. \r\nI can't say thank you enough for making this project a reality for my early learners. Your generosity truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1734099475183,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-literacy-stations/8749183/","projectTitle":"Hands on Literacy Stations!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amodio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5511675_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531000903857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/g-amodio"},{"teacherId":8274400,"projectId":7621108,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to our classroom project. Thanks to your kindness and support, we now have a beautiful and vibrant rug that has truly transformed our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe addition of this rug has brought numerous benefits to our classroom. It has become the centerpiece of our room, providing a comfortable and inviting space where my students can gather.\r\n\r\nThe rug also serves as a practical tool for creating defined spaces within the room. It helps in maintaining an organized layout, which promotes better focus and concentration during lessons. Moreover, the rug offers a safe, cushioned area for students to sit and move around, reducing noise levels and creating a more peaceful learning atmosphere.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has not only enhanced our physical space but has also positively impacted our daily classroom dynamics. My students eagerly utilize the rug every day, and it has quickly become their favorite spot for learning and collaboration. The joy and excitement it has brought to their educational experience are truly invaluable.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly thankful for your generosity and support. Your willingness to invest in our classroom and in the education of my students is deeply appreciated. It is through the kindness of donors like you that we can provide enriching opportunities and foster a love for learning in young minds.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for making a difference in our classroom. We are forever grateful for your thoughtfulness and commitment to education.","fullyFundedDate":1692756718596,"projectUrl":"project/all-smiles-for-our-classroom-rug/7621108/","projectTitle":"All Smiles For Our Classroom Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Primo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8274400_orig.jpg?crop=685,685,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739723304100","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-primos-classroom"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_6113","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":850,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":85,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":12,"percentWhite":39,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":41,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":51.3,"schoolId":6113,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Socastee Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Socastee Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-carolina/horry-county-school-district/socastee-elementary-school/6113"}