{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Francis Marion School","outOfStateSupporters":67.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5732197,"projectId":9584284,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in providing snacks for my students. Your kindness truly makes a difference in our classroom each day.\r\nMany of my students arrive at school ready to learn but sometimes need a small boost to stay focused and energized throughout the day. Because of your support, they now have access to snacks that help them stay attentive, engaged, and ready to learn. Something as simple as a snack can go a long way in helping a child feel cared for and prepared to do their best.\r\nYour donation not only supports their learning, but it also shows them that there are people in the community who believe in them and want them to succeed. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and thoughtfulness.\r\nOn behalf of my students and our classroom, thank you for making a positive impact in our school.","fullyFundedDate":1766816936856,"projectUrl":"project/hungry-and-hunger-for-learning/9584284/","projectTitle":"Hungry and Hunger For Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5732197_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661210981799","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-scottfm"},{"teacherId":6246397,"projectId":9834588,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your generous support of my classroom project. Your donation has made a meaningful difference for my students, and I am truly grateful.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, we are able to keep our classroom carpet and floors sanitized daily. These materials have helped create a more tidy, engaging and supportive space where students can explore ideas, collaborate with one another on the carpet, and feel excited about learning in a well sanitized classroom environment. The impact has been immediate—students are more motivated, more confident, and more eager to participate in lessons during circle and small group activity time.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has shown my students that there are people beyond our classroom who care about their success. That message alone is incredibly powerful. It encourages them to work harder, believe in their abilities, and understand that their education matters.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make our classroom a place where curiosity, creativity, and a place where growth can thrive. Your support truly makes a difference, and my students and I are deeply appreciative.","fullyFundedDate":1766155347853,"projectUrl":"project/empower-minds-shape-the-future-by-fuel/9834588/","projectTitle":"Empower Minds & Shape The Future by Fueling Students DreamsToday!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C.Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6246397_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753114198625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6246397"},{"teacherId":5037034,"projectId":9710115,"letterContent":"Thank you to our generous donors for supporting \"Coding with Confidence: Sensory Supports and STEM for All Learners.\" Because of your help, my students now have the sensory tools they need to stay focused, calm, and engaged during STEM and coding activities. I've already seen improved participation, better self-regulation, and more confidence in the classroom. Your kindness is helping create a learning space where every student feels supported and capable. Thank you for making a lasting difference for my learners!","fullyFundedDate":1759984048049,"projectUrl":"project/coding-with-confidence-sensory-supports/9710115/","projectTitle":"Coding with Confidence: Sensory Supports and STEM for All Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5037034_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513164498486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cwallen"},{"teacherId":5732197,"projectId":9704705,"letterContent":"Thank you to our generous donors for funding snacks for my students with disabilities. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom each day. Having access to snacks has improved students' focus, behavior, and overall comfort, allowing them to better engage in learning activities without distraction. The students feel cared for, valued, and excited knowing their needs are being met, which has created a more positive and supportive learning environment.\r\nBecause of your generosity, our next project will focus on a life-skills and social-emotional learning activity, where students will practice sharing, communication, and independence through hands-on tasks connected to healthy choices and classroom responsibility. Your kindness continues to open doors for growth, confidence, and success for every student we serve.","fullyFundedDate":1758202698061,"projectUrl":"project/here-comes-the-snack-cart/9704705/","projectTitle":"Here Comes the Snack Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A. 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Several students commented on how \"nice and clean\" the classroom smelled, and others were relieved to know they would always have what they needed. It sparked a great conversation about responsibility, hygiene, and taking care of our shared space.\r\nAs next steps, students will continue applying these habits as we work on our current lesson focused on responsibility and community within the classroom. They are also beginning a collaborative project that requires teamwork and shared materials, and having a clean, well-maintained environment helps them stay engaged, respectful, and ready to learn. Your generosity has truly supported both our classroom culture and our academic goals.","fullyFundedDate":1764823703032,"projectUrl":"project/kleenex-soap-and-fresh-air-for-studen/9648553/","projectTitle":"“Kleenex, Soap, and Fresh Air for Student Success”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A. 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During drills, the upbeat music kept the energy level high. Instead of getting bored or distracted, players will stay focused and positive. The rhythm of the music can even help them stay in sync as they run plays or complete exercises together. This built teamwork and makes practice feel more like an enjoyable activity than hard work.\r\nIn conclusion, using the karaoke machine to play upbeat music during practice was a great idea. It helped the team stay motivated, focused, and full of energy. With the right music, every warm-up and drill became a fun and powerful step toward success.","fullyFundedDate":1758636758739,"projectUrl":"project/soccer-warm-up-with-a-karaoke-machine/9545814/","projectTitle":"Soccer Warm-Up with A Karaoke Machine","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A. 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We are also glad to have the speakers and we utilize them with daily motivational songs!","fullyFundedDate":1750366893612,"projectUrl":"project/utilizing-more-technology/9396368/","projectTitle":"Utilizing More Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5732197_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661210981799","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-scottfm"},{"teacherId":5732197,"projectId":9522456,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our soccer players with snacks! Providing juice, applesauce, and Pringles to students during and after soccer practice impacts their energy, hydration, and recovery in several ways: The students receives an energy boost from juice and applesauce supply This provides students with a burst of energy, helping them maintain performance and recover faster. The juice contributes some fluids and electrolytes, which aid in rehydration, though water is still essential to fully replace fluids lost through sweat. The Pringles contain sodium, which can help restore electrolytes lost through sweating, but they also have added fats and should be eaten in moderation. The applesauce provides natural sugars and vitamins that assist in muscle recovery, while combining carbohydrates with a small amount of sodium from Pringles can improve nutrient absorption.\r\nIn Conclusion, Overall, juice, applesauce, and Pringles provide students with quick energy, partial rehydration, and some electrolyte replacement during and after soccer practice.","fullyFundedDate":1754492739884,"projectUrl":"project/being-fueled-during-soccer-practice/9522456/","projectTitle":"Being Fueled During Soccer Practice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A. 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Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1750366895039,"projectUrl":"project/having-our-daily-supplies-helps-us-rise/9378710/","projectTitle":"Having Our Daily Supplies Helps Us Rise!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C.Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6246397_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753114198625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6246397"},{"teacherId":6246397,"projectId":9289417,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for your generous support of our project. Thanks to your contribution, we have been able to provide invaluable opportunities to our students, and the results have been truly inspiring. This project has empowered our students in ways we couldn't have imagined. On behalf of everyone here, thank you again for your support. Your generosity is making an impact in ways that words can't fully express. We're excited to continue this journey and can't wait to share even more successes with you in the future. Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1750366890806,"projectUrl":"project/extra-extra-print-all-about-it/9289417/","projectTitle":"Extra! Extra! Print All About It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C.Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6246397_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753114198625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6246397"},{"teacherId":5732197,"projectId":8943291,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our class the learning games UNO, Jenga, and Phase 10. These games have positively impacted our students' learning and development in several meaningful ways. The games have strengthen my students critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and also assisted the students with making strategic decisions, adapting to changing rules, and planning ahead. The games have also improved students focus and memory, especially when the students had to utilize recall rules and card sequences.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the games promoted and enhanced social-emotional learning by teaching patience, turn-taking, sportsmanship, and cooperation. As the students interacted with peers, they developed better communication and conflict resolution skills. Jenga, for example, encouraged fine motor skill development and concentration, while UNO helped reinforce number and color recognition in younger learners. Overall, these games provide a fun, engaging way to build academic and interpersonal skills in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1735697720116,"projectUrl":"project/stem-games-all-around-the-room/8943291/","projectTitle":"STEM Games All Around the Room!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A. 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