{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Southampton Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7376207,"projectId":9771382,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, Helping Students Feel Their Best. Your generosity has made an immediate and meaningful impact on the well-being of the 480+ students I serve as the school counselor.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our counseling office is now stocked with essential hygiene items—deodorant, lotion, chapstick, a heating pad, and other small but important comforts that many students quietly need. These resources are readily available in a discreet and welcoming space, allowing students to access what they need without embarrassment or worry.\r\n\r\nAlready, multiple students have come in to use these materials, and staff members have also picked up supplies on behalf of students who were too nervous to ask for themselves. Each time, your support has allowed us to meet a need quickly, kindly, and with dignity. These essentials make a real difference in helping students feel comfortable, confident, and ready to engage in their school day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reminds our students that there are people beyond our school walls who care deeply about their well-being. Thank you for helping us create a supportive environment where every student can feel their best.","fullyFundedDate":1759329276546,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-feel-their-best/9771382/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Feel Their Best","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Joseph","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7376207_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596204294063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-joseph2020"},{"teacherId":9323836,"projectId":9603540,"letterContent":"It is with great gratitude and appreciation that I submit this impact letter to you for your kindness and willingness to give, toward \"STEM Supplies and Games for Gifted\"! With the awesome supplies, especially the white boards, I was able to supply my students with the tools necessary to complete STEM projects in our gifted classroom, and do so without using so many precious resource like paper.\r\n\r\nBrainstorming and planning during our STEM units and other activities has become quicker, easier, and faster with the use of our new white boards, markers, and erasers, all thanks to your gift! My students are, of course, very into the games as well. They love and appreciate a challenge!\r\n\r\nThank you for your kind and generous donations! We are very appreciative!!","fullyFundedDate":1756164527480,"projectUrl":"project/stem-supplies-games-for-gifted/9603540/","projectTitle":"STEM Supplies & Games for Gifted","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Finney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9323836_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697028452284","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9323836"},{"teacherId":362908,"projectId":9334685,"letterContent":"Our Write On! Helping Every Student Finish the Year Strong project has made a powerful impact on our classroom. With the writing tools and materials provided, students are more engaged, confident, and motivated to express themselves through writing.\r\n\r\nThe resources have helped students organize their thoughts, strengthen their grammar and vocabulary, and take pride in their written work. Struggling writers now have the support they need to succeed, and all students are growing more independent and creative as writers.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, our classroom has become a place where every student feels capable, inspired, and ready to complete the year strong. Your support truly helped turn writing challenges into writing success!","fullyFundedDate":1754390839560,"projectUrl":"project/write-on-helping-every-student-finish-t/9334685/","projectTitle":"Write On! Helping Every Student Finish the Year Strong","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oliver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/362908"},{"teacherId":362908,"projectId":9131658,"letterContent":"Our Game On for Literacy: Boosting Reading & Writing Through Play project has had a meaningful impact on our classroom. With the games and materials provided, students are engaging in fun, hands-on activities that strengthen their reading comprehension, vocabulary, and writing skills.\r\n\r\nBy learning through play, students are more motivated to read, write, and collaborate with their peers. The interactive activities help struggling readers gain confidence, while challenging tasks encourage all students to think critically and express themselves creatively.\r\n\r\nThanks to this project, our classroom has become a vibrant space where literacy is exciting, learning is active, and every student has the tools and support to grow as a reader and writer.","fullyFundedDate":1740958927319,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-for-literacy-boosting-reading-/9131658/","projectTitle":"Game On for Literacy: Boosting Reading & Writing Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oliver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/362908"},{"teacherId":362908,"projectId":9061388,"letterContent":"Our Keep It Clean and Healthy: A Germ-Free Zone for Learning! project has made a big difference in our classroom. With the supplies and support we received, students are learning the importance of hygiene and staying healthy. We are washing our hands more often, cleaning our desks, and practicing habits that prevent the spread of germs.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, our classroom is safer, cleaner, and more focused on learning. Students are missing fewer days of school due to illness and can concentrate better on their lessons. Your support has helped us create a healthy learning environment where every student can thrive academically and feel safe.","fullyFundedDate":1743005217192,"projectUrl":"project/keep-it-clean-and-healthy-a-germ-free-z/9061388/","projectTitle":"Keep It Clean and Healthy: A Germ-Free Zone for Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oliver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/362908"},{"teacherId":8681748,"projectId":8974474,"letterContent":"Sitting for long periods is not only uncomfortable but also detrimental to our health. Yet, students spend over six hours a day in classrooms, often seated the entire time. Thanks to your generous donation, my students now have the flexibility to choose how they learn best throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThey can sit, stand, or use stools—giving them more control over their learning environment. The stools also make it easier for us to form flexible groups and collaborate—an essential skill both in and out of the classroom. Your support is making a meaningful difference. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1738781125469,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-focused-learning/8974474/","projectTitle":"Flexible Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carpenter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8681748"},{"teacherId":9688943,"projectId":9149573,"letterContent":"It is with tremendous gratitude that my students and I thank you for your generosity. Each item that was purchased will be well used this year. These items will help my class continue to be safe and nurturing. The Lysol spray will ensure that our supplies and work areas are sanitized, clean, and will get rid of germs.\r\n\r\nThe sharpened pencils will save some time in preparing for the school year, the triangular pencils will help the students practice holding their pencils correctly while forming letters and creating sentences and stories throughout the year. Holding the pencil will help them build writing stamina without causing his/her hands to cramp or saying that their hands hurt. Of course the pencil sharpener will be used quite a lot this year. \r\n\r\nThe folders will assist in organizing the decodable reading passages and store the students writing samples to show the growth throughout the year.\r\n\r\nPositive reinforcement will be developed using the prizes, treasure box, and stickers. I will give students stickers for amazing behavior and awesome work. \r\n\r\nWe use dry erase boards and markers daily, so the erasers that you helped purchase really needed.\r\n\r\nThank you again so much for your kindness from my district, school, students and me. We are forever thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1746786981422,"projectUrl":"project/writing-in-action/9149573/","projectTitle":"Writing in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Herndon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9688943_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724040614182","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9688943"},{"teacherId":362908,"projectId":9112049,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for considering a contribution to my classroom project!\r\n\r\nAs a 5th-grade teacher, I know how important it is to create a learning environment that supports both the academic and emotional needs of my students. This age group is full of energy, curiosity, and a growing desire for independence, and meeting those needs often means thinking beyond traditional classroom setups.\r\n\r\nThat's why I'm requesting flexible seating stools for my students. These stools will allow my 5th graders to gently move and shift while working, helping them stay alert, focused, and engaged during lessons. Many of my students benefit from having options that support movement, especially those who struggle with sitting still or focusing in a standard chair.\r\n\r\nFlexible seating empowers students to make choices that work best for their learning style. Whether we're reading, writing, solving math problems, or collaborating in small groups, these stools will make it easier for students to stay on task and feel more comfortable in their learning space.\r\n\r\nYour support will help me build a more inclusive, responsive classroom where all students can thrive. Thank you for helping me give my 5th graders the tools they need to stay engaged, confident, and ready to learn every day!","fullyFundedDate":1739640661453,"projectUrl":"project/boost-focus-and-engagement-with-flexible/9112049/","projectTitle":"Boost Focus and Engagement with Flexible Seating Stools!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oliver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/362908"},{"teacherId":7745581,"projectId":9026802,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my class. My students were able to learn through hands on learning and not just paper and pencil. Some of my students recognize more of their letters and letters sounds. Students were able to recognize numbers and count as well. The writing tools help my students strengthen their fine motor skills. The students were very e cited to receive and work with the new materials. I even have materials to start for next school year. Thank you again for donating to my classroom and our future stars.","fullyFundedDate":1739375506618,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-in-the-classroom/9026802/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Whitaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7745581"},{"teacherId":9688943,"projectId":9070648,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generosity. The students truly appreciated your act of kindness. They use the martials you donated everyday. They have improved their handwriting by practicing forming the letters of the alphabet properly.\r\n\r\nThe number puzzles have helped a number of students reinforce counting and number recognition. I had a few students who had a hard time counting to 20. Since the students have been playing with these puzzles they are able to identify numbers and count objects to 20 without mistakes. The hands on practice made it more tangible for them. \r\n\r\nThe seat sacks help the students stay organized and have their class materials easily assessable.\r\n\r\nWe have created clocks to practice telling time and made plants to identify the functions of the plants as well as label the parts of the plants. The students were allowed to take them home to continue practicing at home. The laminating sheets allowed them to last longer and be more durable to use over and over again at home. \r\n\r\nThe snacks allowed the students to have something to eat while learning and the pattern blocks allowed them to explore shapes and develop their creative sides.\r\n\r\nThe Learning Resources STEM Explorers Brainometry is helping my students keep engage and enhance their skills in science, technology, engineering, and math.","fullyFundedDate":1740877786319,"projectUrl":"project/creative-learning-and-writing-with-stem/9070648/","projectTitle":"Creative Learning and Writing With STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Herndon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9688943_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724040614182","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9688943"},{"teacherId":362908,"projectId":9030028,"letterContent":"Because of your kindness, our classroom has transformed into a place where books are no longer just assignments—they're adventures waiting to be explored! Thanks to your support of Ignite a Love for Reading: Books to Engage Our Boys, our students—especially our reluctant readers—are discovering stories that speak to them, excite them, and keep them turning the pages.\r\n\r\nBefore this project, many of our boys struggled to find books they truly connected with. Now, with engaging, high-interest titles at their fingertips, they're reading not because they have to, but because they want to. The joy on their faces when they dive into a new book is priceless. They're discussing characters, making predictions, and even recommending books to each other—things that seemed out of reach just a short time ago.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has sparked something incredible: a newfound confidence in reading, a love for stories, and a belief that books can be for them, too. You've helped create lifelong readers; we are forever grateful for that.","fullyFundedDate":1738782305597,"projectUrl":"project/ignite-a-love-for-reading-books-to-enga/9030028/","projectTitle":"Ignite a Love for Reading: Books to Engage Our Boys","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oliver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/362908"},{"teacherId":362908,"projectId":9022071,"letterContent":"I am truly grateful for your support in funding my DonorsChoose project, Stella Díaz's Book Series: Empowering Readers Through Diversity. Because of your generosity, my students now have the opportunity to engage with a series that not only strengthens their reading skills but also fosters self-confidence, cultural awareness, and a love for storytelling.\r\n\r\nThese books have introduced essential reading skills such as character analysis, making inferences, and identifying themes like self-acceptance, perseverance, and embracing one's heritage. As we read Stella Díaz's journey together, students are learning to connect deeply with characters, make text-to-self connections, and engage in meaningful discussions about identity and belonging.\r\n\r\nReading in my classroom has become more interactive and engaging than ever. In small groups, students take turns reading aloud, discussing Stella's challenges and triumphs, and making predictions about her story. We've used these books to strengthen vocabulary, enhance comprehension through journaling, and even spark creative writing projects where students craft their own stories of resilience and self-discovery.\r\n\r\nSome students have particularly connected with Stella Díaz, finding pieces of themselves in her experiences. One student, who was initially hesitant to speak up in class, shared how she related to Stella's struggles with confidence and language. Seeing her open up and express her thoughts so enthusiastically has been one of the most rewarding moments of this project. Another student, who previously struggled with reading motivation, is now excited to dive into the next book in the series—asking insightful questions and making thoughtful observations.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, my students are not only becoming stronger readers but also gaining a deeper appreciation for diverse stories that reflect real-life experiences. Your support has made a lasting impact, and I cannot thank you enough for bringing these books into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1735682100122,"projectUrl":"project/stella-diazs-book-series-empowering-re/9022071/","projectTitle":"Stella Diaz's Book Series: Empowering Readers Through Diversity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oliver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/362908"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_34966","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":473,"numTeachers":23,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":75,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"20.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":75.8,"schoolId":34966,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Southampton Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Southampton Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/richmond-public-school-dist/southampton-elementary-school/34966"}