{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Marion Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":88491,"projectId":9800600,"letterContent":"We are so excited to showcase our 101 Dalmatians play! We have had auditions, chosen roles and started rehearsals. We will be performing in May. The costumes are already here, and they are exactly what we need! We haven't gotten to use the costumes quite yet, but we will take pictures and share those as soon as we do our performance. Thanks to donors like you we are going to have an exceptional play. The students have been working hard and can't wait to show our school community how well they can do! Thank you again for always supporting our school!","fullyFundedDate":1760719638241,"projectUrl":"project/from-spots-to-spotlight-dressing-our-da/9800600/","projectTitle":"From Spots to Spotlight: Dressing Our Dalmatians for the Stage!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greene","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp88491_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462551980529","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/libraryscientistgreene"},{"teacherId":6917365,"projectId":9769797,"letterContent":"When the materials arrived and I began setting them out, the room instantly filled with excitement. My students were gasping in delight as they saw the new resources, and they could hardly wait to get their hands on them. They immediately began exploring the manipulatives, carefully examining each piece and eagerly asking when they could start using them. That moment alone reminded me how powerful hands-on learning can be. Your generosity created an atmosphere of curiosity and joy that simply can't be replicated with worksheets alone.\r\n\r\n We have already begun incorporating the new materials into our daily lessons. During a recent small-group activity, students used the manipulatives to model problem-solving strategies and explain their thinking to their classmates. I watched as students who are usually hesitant to participate became more confident, physically moving pieces to demonstrate their ideas. The tactile experience has helped deepen their understanding and allowed them to collaborate in meaningful ways. These tools are not just \"extras\"—they are helping make learning visible, interactive, and accessible for all of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1759933873172,"projectUrl":"project/kinesthetic-and-visual-math/9769797/","projectTitle":"Kinesthetic and Visual Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amanda Orr Reel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6917365_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572700791076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6917365"},{"teacherId":6917365,"projectId":9723456,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is more organized, interactive, and engaging than ever before! The one-hole punch, colored index cards, rings, storage bags, and storage cubes have already made a meaningful difference in how my students learn and stay organized. \r\n When the students first saw the materials, they were so excited! The bright colors immediately caught their attention, and they couldn't wait to start creating. Many of them were especially thrilled to use the hole punch independently — something so simple felt special and empowering.The storage bags and storage cubes have also helped us keep everything organized and accessible. Students are now able to quickly locate materials, which has reduced transition time and allowed us to spend more time focused on learning. They take pride in maintaining our organized classroom space.\r\n We are using the colored index cards to organize the type of word part we are learning. We then hole punch them and put them on the ring. Each class we review the rings before we create new ones. As we move into new lessons, students will continue building and revising their card sets, adding new learning and reviewing previous skills throughout the year.","fullyFundedDate":1758805646592,"projectUrl":"project/organizing-language-goals/9723456/","projectTitle":"Organizing Language Goals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amanda Orr Reel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6917365_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572700791076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6917365"},{"teacherId":6694706,"projectId":9577741,"letterContent":"Your generosity has been so impactful to my classroom. The Teachers Pay Teachers website is a vast marketplace where teachers can obtain valuable resources to use in the class. These resources include things like novel book study guides and online or paper projects that aligned with our state required teaching standards to name a few. T\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity to our classroom, I have been able to buy many great resources for our class like pixel art math interactives and Boom card comprehension questions for reading class. \r\n\r\nThanks so much for providing for our fourth graders. They are so much more engaged when I can provide variety in class and your donation has made that more possible. 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They love the materials.","fullyFundedDate":1743873953840,"projectUrl":"project/mobile-solutions-for-exceptional-student/9186178/","projectTitle":"Mobile Solutions for Exceptional Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amanda Orr Reel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6917365_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572700791076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6917365"},{"teacherId":6694706,"projectId":9569680,"letterContent":"My students love to talk. They are often asked to be quiet during class but your generous donations have allowed for much needed communication practice and social skills development. I can not thank you enough for giving my students what they do desperately needed, opportunities to express themselves. the supplies you donated to my classroom have been enjoyed by my students and I, as their teacher, recognize the powerful dialogue that these products have encouraged. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving these students these items.","fullyFundedDate":1755690146937,"projectUrl":"project/lets-talk-someones-ear-off/9569680/","projectTitle":"Let's Talk Someone's Ear Off","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washburn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6694706_orig.jpg?crop=1040,1040,x0,y197&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754226906926","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6694706"},{"teacherId":6694706,"projectId":9529878,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom this school year. \r\n\r\nThe games were such a hit on rainy days for indoor recess. Every single game has been played and squeals of excitement fill the classroom. My students actually request we play the board games over computer time anytime we may not get to go outside for recess.\r\n\r\n I am so happy to have them practice talking, good sportsmanship and communicating, rather than be on a device or screen. I am so thankful for your genorosity. Thanks again.","fullyFundedDate":1754512838706,"projectUrl":"project/rainy-day-games-for-indoor-recess/9529878/","projectTitle":"Rainy Day Games for Indoor Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washburn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6694706_orig.jpg?crop=1040,1040,x0,y197&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754226906926","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6694706"},{"teacherId":10239083,"projectId":9676620,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our K–5 and EC students are now enjoying new center materials that have completely transformed our classroom learning time! These hands-on resources have created exciting opportunities for creativity, problem-solving, and STEM exploration across all grade levels.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was seeing the students' faces light up when we first introduced the new centers. They immediately dove into building challenges, designing marble runs, and inventing their own creations. It was incredible to watch them work together, share ideas, and use their imagination in new ways. Even our youngest learners were proudly showing off what they built, and our EC students especially thrived with the sensory and interactive materials.\r\n\r\nRight now, students are using these centers to explore engineering and teamwork through weekly STEM rotations. As we move forward, we plan to integrate these materials into ongoing lessons focused on collaboration, design thinking, and creative problem-solving.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just add supplies — it sparked excitement, confidence, and curiosity in every child. Thank you for helping our students dream, create, and grow through hands-on learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1757518966003,"projectUrl":"project/stem-centers-in-our-technology-classroom/9676620/","projectTitle":"STEM Centers in our Technology Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wallace","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10239083"},{"teacherId":9447886,"projectId":9644678,"letterContent":"This week, our fifth graders began studying cells. The kids used microscopes to look at the slides you gave us and the results were incredible! The students were amazed at what they saw. Some were literally gasping! The whole room was filled with exclamations of \"ewww!\", \"Look at this!\", \"Is it supposed to look like that?!\", and \"Mrs. Manick, come look!\".They had never seen these types of cells, tissues, and organs before and were in awe! Lots of students asked if they could put other things under the microscopes to see what they looked like. Having these slides to look at have inspired the students into the world of the unseen and have inspired their teacher as well!\r\n\r\nThey have also enjoyed using the glasses during experiments. They feel cool and scientific but I am relieved that they are safe and will not get elephant toothpaste and hydrogen peroxide in their eyes!\r\n\r\nWe are looking forward to getting to use the infrared thermometer in a couple of months as well! Thank you so very much for your kind donation to help my students get excited about Science and inspire future scientists!","fullyFundedDate":1756595129513,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success-in-science/9644678/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success in Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Manick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9447886"},{"teacherId":10241195,"projectId":9681024,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, \"Keeping Kids Moving with the Right Tools.\" Your generosity provided our class with essential equipment like a ball pump, whiteboard, and dodgeballs—simple tools that make a huge difference in keeping my students active, engaged, and excited to participate.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, we can focus on teamwork, movement, and fun while building healthy habits every day. My students and I are truly grateful for your investment in their growth and well-being!","fullyFundedDate":1758805001024,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-kids-moving-with-the-right-tools/9681024/","projectTitle":"Keeping Kids Moving with the Right Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10241195"},{"teacherId":4420961,"projectId":9610063,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and my students! The students were amazed by the design of the flexible seating options and have loved using them to complete assignments! They are a huge incentive for students to get to use them! \r\nIn the future I would like for students to have the time to use these flexible seating options to collaborate in group projects or assignment completion! Students would be able to find a comfortable space in the classroom and spread out to complete any assignment! I love for my classroom to be their safe and comfortable space and you are helping me accomplish this!","fullyFundedDate":1755690775119,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/9610063/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greene","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4420961_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492469289477","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4420961"},{"teacherId":88491,"projectId":9585698,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our \"Library on the Go\" project! Your kindness has made it possible for me to bring the joy of reading and learning anywhere in our school.\r\n\r\nWith the new portable chair, standing desk, and fresh collection of books, students will never have to miss their library time—even when the library space is being used for meetings or events. Because of you, the magic of stories, discussions, and exploration can continue in any classroom, hallway, or nook in our building.\r\n\r\nOur students are already so excited about the new books and the idea of having \"pop-up library\" time. You've truly helped keep our hive buzzing with curiosity and a love for reading!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,\r\nMrs. Greene 🐝📚\r\nWMES Library","fullyFundedDate":1755690347484,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-to-reading/9585698/","projectTitle":"Let's Get to Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greene","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp88491_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462551980529","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/libraryscientistgreene"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_3087","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":354,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":92,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":75,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":13,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.3,"schoolId":3087,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about West Marion Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"West Marion Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/mcdowell-county-school-district-580/west-marion-elementary-school/3087"}