{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Belair K-5 School","outOfStateSupporters":60.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10258638,"projectId":10274993,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting our \"5th Grade Class Library\" project! Because of your kindness, our students now have access to a wider variety of engaging books that inspire curiosity, strengthen reading skills, and foster a love of learning. These new texts provide opportunities for students to practice important literacy skills such as identifying themes, making inferences, analyzing characters, determining the author's purpose, and supporting their ideas with evidence from the text. Having high-interest books available allows students to connect more deeply with what they read and become more confident readers.\r\n\r\nReading is an important part of our daily classroom routine. Students spend time reading independently, discussing books with peers, and participating in small-group and whole-class conversations about what they are learning. Our classroom library has become a welcoming place where students can explore different genres and discover books that match their interests and reading levels. The excitement on their faces when they find a new book to read has been truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant readers are especially enjoying the new additions to our library. They are eager to recommend books to classmates, share favorite passages, and talk about characters and story events. Watching students become excited about reading and build confidence in their abilities has been one of the greatest gifts your donation has provided. Thank you for helping create a classroom where every child has the opportunity to grow as a reader and develop a lifelong love of books. Your support is making a lasting difference in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1788460286740,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-class-library/10274993/","projectTitle":"5th Grade Class Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Whitfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10258638_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757771317244","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10258638"},{"teacherId":6541346,"projectId":7005590,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom composting and recycling project. Your funding allowed our students to experience the full cycle of composting—collecting cafeteria scraps and school leaves, sorting recyclables, and watching organic material transform into rich soil. They especially loved the worm composting component; although we had a few worm casualties at first, those moments became powerful lessons in care, lifecycle, and responsibility.\r\n\r\nBecause of your help, the students are now actively supporting the upper grades with their gardening efforts, using the compost they helped create to nourish school beds. Their enthusiasm and pride are unmistakable—this project has deepened their environmental understanding and given them hands-on stewardship skills they'll carry forward. We are truly grateful for your partnership in this meaningful learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1669656987500,"projectUrl":"project/trash-to-treasure/7005590/","projectTitle":"Trash to Treasure","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Godfrey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6541346_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1563379944877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6541346"},{"teacherId":8054063,"projectId":9653226,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our BES library has become an even more welcoming and uplifting space — one that nurtures a love of reading while also supporting the social‑emotional and physical needs of our students. When the snacks first arrived, students immediately noticed. Their eyes lit up as they spotted the organized bins of treats, and many asked, \"Are these really for us?\" That moment alone showed how meaningful this project truly is. A simple snack tells students: You matter. Your learning matters. You are cared for here.\r\nWe've been using the snacks during lessons, small‑group activities, and independent reading time, and the impact has been remarkable. Students settle more quickly, participate more willingly, and stay focused longer. One student who often struggles with motivation chose a snack, curled up with a book, and said quietly, \"This helps me focus.\" That day, he finished a whole book for the first time and proudly shared his success. Snacks have also encouraged more library visits and helped create a calm, inviting environment where even hesitant learners feel safe enough to ask questions, participate, and take academic risks.\r\nBeyond boosting engagement, this project supports positive behavior and promotes equity. Students appreciate the small acknowledgment when snacks are used as rewards for kindness, effort, or participation. For those experiencing hunger, fatigue, or anxiety, having access to a nourishing treat can be the difference between disengaging and being ready to learn. As we continue with independent reading goals, book talks, and our growing \"Starbooks\" reading café experience, your support continues to enrich every moment. Thank you for believing in our students and helping us build a library that truly feeds both minds and hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1757683166139,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-library-fuel-young-minds/9653226/","projectTitle":"Support Our Library, Fuel Young Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bielewicz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8054063_orig.jpg?crop=1058,1058,x29,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631133396175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8054063"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_122797","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":737,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":70,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":12,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":39.7,"schoolId":122797,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Belair K-5 School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Belair K-5 School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/richmond-county-school-system/belair-k-8/122797"}