{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Greene Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":48.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5188277,"projectId":8476552,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to our project, \"Doctor, Doctor, Clean Air Please.\" Your support has been instrumental in enhancing the learning environment for our students, particularly those who suffer from allergies. The air purifier you provided has made a remarkable difference in our classroom, creating a healthier space for both students and educators.\r\n\r\nBefore the addition of the air purifier, we faced significant challenges due to poor air quality. Many of our students struggled with allergy symptoms that hindered their ability to focus and participate fully in classroom activities. The persistent presence of dust and allergens was a constant source of discomfort for them. Moreover, the old mold smell that lingered in our space was not just unpleasant but also concerning for potential health implications.\r\n\r\nYour donation has changed all of that. With the air purifier now in place, we have noticed a substantial improvement in air quality. The reduction in allergens has been evident, as students report fewer allergy-related issues. This enhancement has allowed them to concentrate better on their studies, engage more actively in class discussions, and enjoy a more comfortable learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1730232040980,"projectUrl":"project/doctor-doctor-clean-air-please/8476552/","projectTitle":"Doctor, Doctor, Clean Air Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sutton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5188277_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1518847058121","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-sutton"},{"teacherId":10055170,"projectId":9410655,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed! The new flexible seating options — including stools and carpet cushions — have brought energy, comfort, and choice to our learning space. My students use them daily during small-group instruction, independent reading, and collaborative work. It's been amazing to see how having the ability to choose where and how they learn best has boosted their focus and engagement.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was contagious! Students were eager to test out every seat, comparing which ones helped them \"think better\" or \"read longer.\" One student told me, \"It feels like our classroom is a cozy library now!\" Their enthusiasm reminded me just how powerful these small changes can be in helping students take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're diving into a STEM project on animal habitats. The flexible seating has made group collaboration so much easier — students naturally gather in different spots to share research, create habitats, and collaborate. It's wonderful to see them moving, talking, and learning with purpose.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just provide new furniture — it created a more dynamic, student-centered classroom where learning feels exciting and comfortable. My students and I are so grateful for your kindness and investment in our success.","fullyFundedDate":1755530048856,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-and-thriving/9410655/","projectTitle":"Flexible and Thriving","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10055170_orig.jpg?crop=1179,1179,x0,y314&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749746969119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10055170"},{"teacherId":10055170,"projectId":9411132,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping expand my STEM bins and creating more learning opportunities for my classroom! My students have been able to use the new materials for STEM tasks such as building a bridge, building a house that the Big Bad Wolf could not blow down, and practicing writing words out of these materials. My students were so excited to see all the STEM bins they would be able to use this school year. Our LEGO package came after the school year began and the students begged to have STEM bin time so they could enjoy their new and I had two boys in particular that LOVE building with legos. The other day they created a whole neighborhood using a box of legos! \r\n Our STEM bins have given my students the chance to explore, create, and innovate. My school is currently in the process of becoming a STEM School of Distinction and having STEM bins available for them to explore and create is an essential part of our students becoming engineers. Through building and innovating, students are able to apply concepts that they might not yet have a full understanding of, but are relevant to STEM tasks. They have had to apply concepts of balance, force and motion, pattern, logic, teamwork, and communication. Because of your donation, my students will be able to experience STEM at an early age which could put them on the trajectory to a STEM career!","fullyFundedDate":1750193133254,"projectUrl":"project/stem-exploration/9411132/","projectTitle":"STEM Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10055170_orig.jpg?crop=1179,1179,x0,y314&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749746969119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10055170"},{"teacherId":10056030,"projectId":9413040,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our classroom. I received my package on 9/3. They delivered my package during the day, so my students were able to see what we got. They were so excited. I unboxed the stools and we began using them right away. \r\n\r\nI cannot wait to see how the stools hold up through the school year. They are very good quality and they can hold adults as well. I am so thankful that I was able to receive this donation, and cannot wait for a great school year.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful and could not have done this without your support.","fullyFundedDate":1750774660633,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/9413040/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kraft","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10056030"},{"teacherId":5257291,"projectId":9172857,"letterContent":"My students loved engaging with the various STEM challenges you helped introduce them to. My 2nd graders were inspired to embrace learning challenges, which not only enhanced their content knowledge, but also supported their English language acquisition while fostering a genuine desire to learn. \r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw these STEM materials, they were in awe of \"all the fun games\" and could not wait to \"play.\" They were eager to create projects with the Building Bricks STEM Challenges! It quickly became a favorite activity! The Brainometry Brain Teasers were also a huge hit! \r\n\r\nThanks to you, these materials helped them learn the value of persevering through the \"hard\" things and relish the feeling they got from successfully doing things they assumed were too hard! Your impact is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1743736538876,"projectUrl":"project/full-stem-ahead/9172857/","projectTitle":"Full STEM Ahead","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stocks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5257291_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524057452704","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5257291"},{"teacherId":9986875,"projectId":9216882,"letterContent":"Thank you so much got your donation of the board games. These board games have helped my students develops different skills such as communication skills, strategy creating, problem solving competency,social skills, and most of all cooperation. Students learned that they had to work together. As well as wait their turn. \r\n Having the Legos as well as the different board games in my classroom has been a very positive experience. Before students worked on the games and legos by themselves. We worked on the together in groups. Once the students were able to work independently, procedures and expectations were put in place as to when the students would be able to use them, who they would be working with as well as how long they would be able to work on the activities. \r\n I've always believed that learning should be fun and engaging for students by promoting active learning and student engagement. By using these Board games in my class I have seen teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with my students.","fullyFundedDate":1743515821654,"projectUrl":"project/board-games/9216882/","projectTitle":"Board Games","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heffner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9986875_orig.jpg?crop=140,140,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747092817468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9986875"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_2747","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":404,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":33,"percentWhite":24,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":38,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"2 - 3","studentTeacherRatio":"11.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":51.2,"schoolId":2747,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about West Greene Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"West Greene Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/greene-county-schools/west-greene-elementary-school/2747"}