{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Marion Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9322330,"projectId":10543391,"letterContent":"As a school-based OT, I see firsthand how much the right equipment can change a student's day. For some of our young learners, sitting in a traditional classroom chair just doesn't work. They may need extra support to stay upright, feel secure, or keep their bodies regulated enough to actually focus on what they are being asked to do.\r\n\r\nThese adapted seating options will give our students another way to be comfortable, supported, and ready to learn. Something as simple as having the right seat can make a huge difference. Instead of spending their energy trying to keep their bodies positioned, students can spend that energy coloring, writing, playing, participating, communicating, and learning alongside their classmates.\r\n\r\nI am so grateful for everyone who helped make this project possible! As an OT, I spend a lot of time finding creative ways to get students the tools and supports they need, and donations like this make that job a little easier — and make a very real difference for our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping us give them the support they need to learn, participate, and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1789607920207,"projectUrl":"project/sit-strong-learn-big-adapted-seating-f/10543391/","projectTitle":"Sit Strong, Learn Big: Adapted Seating for a Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meghan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9322330_orig.jpg?crop=1169,1170,x0,y35&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744398664095","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/meghan-ealy"},{"teacherId":3448085,"projectId":10197747,"letterContent":"Adding new science materials to the PreK classroom has had a positive effect on children's engagement and learning. The new materials have encouraged the children to be curious, explore their environment, ask questions, and make observations. The children are able to learn through hands-on experiences while developing early skills in problem-solving, predicting, comparing, and communicating their ideas. The materials also encourage children to work together and share their discoveries with their classmates. Overall, having new science materials creates more opportunities for meaningful, hands-on learning and helps children develop a strong foundation for future science learning.","fullyFundedDate":1779288353188,"projectUrl":"project/bring-science-music-and-art-outdoors/10197747/","projectTitle":"Bring Science, Music, and Art Outdoors!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washburn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3448085_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473624999507","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jeneil-washburn"},{"teacherId":10239083,"projectId":10504876,"letterContent":"Thank You for Making a Difference!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our students through DonorsChoose! This rug has quickly become a special part of our learning space and is being used in so many meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nStudents use the rug during learning centers, story time, social-emotional learning activities, small-group lessons, and flexible seating. It gives them a comfortable place to work together, share ideas, read, play, and participate in hands-on learning. For some students, having a comfortable space away from a traditional desk and chair also gives them the opportunity to take a break and reset when they need it.\r\n\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support and for investing in our students and their learning. Thank you for helping make our school a more comfortable, inclusive, and inviting place for every child!","fullyFundedDate":1787171537652,"projectUrl":"project/a-space-for-imagination/10504876/","projectTitle":"A Space for Imagination!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wallace","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10239083"},{"teacherId":6917365,"projectId":10230520,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Spotting Our Feelings\" project! These new books have become an important part of our classroom reading and social-emotional learning. Through the stories and characters, students are learning to identify and name different emotions, recognize how feelings can affect our choices and actions, and develop empathy by thinking about how others may feel. \r\n\r\nOur students especially enjoy choosing books that connect to how they are feeling or experiences they have had. It has been wonderful to see students become more comfortable talking about their emotions and using the stories as a starting point for conversations with classmates. Because of your generosity, our students now have engaging books that help them grow as readers while also giving them the words and confidence to understand and express their feelings. Thank you for investing in our students and helping make our classroom a more supportive, caring place to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1777977240847,"projectUrl":"project/spotting-our-feelings/10230520/","projectTitle":"Spotting Our Feelings","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":10231081,"letterContent":"This project has already made a meaningful difference in our classroom! We are using the canopy to create a calm-down area where students can take a quiet moment, regroup, and return to learning when they are ready. The floor cushions provide flexible seating, giving students comfortable choices for working and participating. The tennis ball chair leg covers have also helped minimize noise in the classroom, creating a calmer environment where students can focus and learn.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, they were excited to see that their classroom had been designed with their comfort and learning needs in mind. They were especially interested in the new seating and the canopy, which quickly became a special part of our classroom. Seeing their excitement reminded me how much thoughtful resources can contribute to creating a welcoming and supportive learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1777976976422,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-learning-space/10231081/","projectTitle":"Creating a Learning Space","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":10487399,"projectId":10236691,"letterContent":"These headphones are really great. It was so wonderful to start the new year and be able to offer top quality headphones to my new students. They were thrilled to be able to choose from the assorted colors. I have not had to sort through the 'crate' of headphones trying to find a pair that would halfway work. They are able to login and get started so much quicker. In years past, I would have had to wiggle wires, bend ports and go through several pair before I found a pair that would be compatible with their laptops. It has been such a game changer to have this new technology. \r\nThe snacks have been great as well. Most of the time I buy snacks out of pocket or have them donated by parents, but having them on hand for snacks, treats or rewards has been nice.","fullyFundedDate":1777977165414,"projectUrl":"project/all-hands-on-deck-and-grab-yer-headphone/10236691/","projectTitle":"All hands on deck and grab yer headphones!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Branch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10487399_orig.jpg?crop=1351,1351,x138,y189&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777423534110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10487399"},{"teacherId":9322330,"projectId":10269604,"letterContent":"Because this project was fully funded, our young learner now has access to supportive seating and an activity tray designed to help them participate safely and comfortably throughout the school day. These materials will provide the stability and positioning needed to engage more fully in learning activities, play, meals, therapy-based routines, and meaningful interactions with peers and adults. Rather than spending valuable energy trying to maintain a safe position, the student can focus on exploring materials, communicating, and building important early skills. This donation creates more opportunities for inclusion, connection, and independence each day. We are truly grateful to every donor who helped make this meaningful difference possible.","fullyFundedDate":1778091332679,"projectUrl":"project/sit-strong-learn-big-with-adapted-seati/10269604/","projectTitle":"Sit Strong, Learn Big with Adapted Seating!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meghan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9322330_orig.jpg?crop=1169,1170,x0,y35&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744398664095","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/meghan-ealy"},{"teacherId":88491,"projectId":10162352,"letterContent":"These displays were just what we needed to make our Bloomin' Arts night special! The black displays made everything look so professional! Thank you so much for donating them. The kids spent several months working on projects. Then, they carefully chose which project they wanted to display for their families and our community during our Bloomin' Arts night. They loved how every student had one piece of work in the art show and how everything was arranged. \r\n\r\nBecause the panels were so lightweight we were able to keep them up and move them as needed when classes visited the library, so that the work could be viewed many times. We were even able to use the panels for our 101 Dalmatians musical! Thank you so much for continuing to support West Marion and my library program. I appreciate you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1774010959997,"projectUrl":"project/from-desk-to-display/10162352/","projectTitle":"From Desk to Display","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":4420961,"projectId":10257623,"letterContent":"My students have enjoyed having color copies in our classroom! From their work and task cards being in color to colorful awards for the end of the year! It has been perfect! \r\n\r\nTraditional worksheets often fail students who need to do rather than just see. For our students who used to fidget or lose focus easily, this tactile, highly visual tool keeps their minds fully engaged. They aren't staring at the clock anymore; they are completely locked into the lesson.\r\n\r\nThank you for looking beyond the standard budget and recognizing that our students deserve the world. Because of you, they don't just have the tools to keep up—they have the tools to lead.","fullyFundedDate":1777995463967,"projectUrl":"project/color-copies/10257623/","projectTitle":"Color Copies","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":9322330,"projectId":10296339,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Organizing Our OT/PT Therapy Room for Better Student Growth.\"Your generosity is helping us create a therapy space that is more organized, functional, and welcoming for our students.\r\n\r\nAs a school-based OT, I see every day how much the right environment and materials can make a difference. Having an organized therapy room means we can spend less time searching for what we need and more time helping students build the skills they need to learn, participate, and be successful at school.\r\n\r\nYour donation is helping create a space where students can work on fine motor skills, sensory regulation, coordination, and other important skills in a way that feels purposeful and encouraging.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping make our therapy space a place where they can grow, learn, and feel successful. We truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1779302212447,"projectUrl":"project/organizing-our-otpt-therapy-room-for-be/10296339/","projectTitle":"Organizing Our OT/PT Therapy Room for Better Student Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meghan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9322330_orig.jpg?crop=1169,1170,x0,y35&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744398664095","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/meghan-ealy"},{"teacherId":88491,"projectId":10199705,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation for our youngest West Marion Elementary School panthers! The students are already enjoying their outdoor play materials. Because of your kindness, our students now have arts and crafts supplies and playground materials that will bring creativity, joy, and active learning to their school days. We are so grateful that you chose to invest in our students and our school. Your kindness will make a lasting impact, and our children will benefit from your support in countless ways.","fullyFundedDate":1777976898130,"projectUrl":"project/growing-minds-outdoors-learning-outside/10199705/","projectTitle":"Growing Minds Outdoors-Learning Outside with our Little Learners","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":10057142,"letterContent":"The \"Supplies for the Final Countdown\" project has made a noticeable difference in my classroom by giving students the tools they need to stay engaged and confident during an important time of the year. The graph paper has been especially helpful in math, allowing students to neatly organize their work, create accurate graphs, and better understand complex concepts.\r\nErasers and erasable pens have encouraged students to take more risks with their learning. They feel more comfortable trying new strategies or solving challenging problems because they know mistakes can be easily corrected. This has helped build a growth mindset and reduced frustration.\r\nThe addition of colored chalk for our chalkboard tables has made learning more interactive and fun. Students enjoy working together at the tables, using different colors to show their thinking, highlight important ideas, and collaborate with classmates. This has increased participation and made lessons more visually engaging.\r\nOverall, these supplies have created a more supportive, creative, and productive learning environment, helping students stay focused and motivated as they prepare for the final stretch of the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1771434916042,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-the-final-countdown/10057142/","projectTitle":"Supplies for the Final Countdown","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"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_3087","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":354,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":76,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":12,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.6,"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"}