{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lake Wylie Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6736762,"projectId":9569757,"letterContent":"A heartfelt thank you to such an incredible donors for your generous contributions to our speech therapy program! Your thoughtful gifts of Magna-Tiles are helping students build creativity, imagination, and language skills through hands-on play. The candy and Goldfish crackers you provided bring smiles and serve as motivating rewards that encourage students to reach their communication goals and stay focused. The smelly scented markers are a huge hit during our interactive games, making each session fun and full of laughter. Your kindness and support make a real difference every day, helping our students grow in confidence and communication skills while making learning exciting and rewarding.","fullyFundedDate":1758220752361,"projectUrl":"project/kick-click-communicate-learning-sp/9569757/","projectTitle":"Kick, Click, & Communicate – Learning Speech Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McDermitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6736762_orig.jpg?crop=309,309,x309,y206&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566396463084","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6736762"},{"teacherId":1562935,"projectId":9726485,"letterContent":"My students are always excited and eager to use new materials. \r\n\r\nThe students were able to use the Cheerful Birds Tree Blocks as a part of our Trees Study. They built different types of tree houses for the birds.\r\n\r\nThe Bristle Blocks are always popular with my class. Not only do they get to build, but they learn shapes, colors, and problem solving skills. I have also seen quite a bit of negotiation and compromise as a student always seems to want pieces another student is using. They have been building houses, helicopters, cars, monster trucks, and boats with the Bristle Blocks. \r\n\r\nThese materials allowed my students to be creative and use their imagination and have converstations with their classmates during center time.","fullyFundedDate":1759243640014,"projectUrl":"project/design-discover-a-stem-approach-to-3d/9726485/","projectTitle":"Design & Discover: A STEM Approach to 3D Shapes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Massey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1562935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506536232509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1562935"},{"teacherId":1562935,"projectId":9511463,"letterContent":"My students were very curious when I introduced Theo the Therapy Dog to the class. They wanted to know his name and if he was real. I explained that if they were sad or needed someone to talk to, they could talk to Theo. We added Theo to our Cozy Corner/ Safe Place in the classroom. I see students over in the Cozy Center holding Theo and talking to him about their feelings. \r\n\r\nThe Light Table Pegs were also a big hit. The students were able to sort the pegs by color. In the block area, the students used the Soft and Quiet Blocks for buidling, and color and shape recognition. \r\n\r\nI appreciate your support for this project.","fullyFundedDate":1758220612624,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-emotional-support/9511463/","projectTitle":"Hands on Learning, Emotional Support","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Massey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1562935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506536232509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1562935"},{"teacherId":1562935,"projectId":9413473,"letterContent":"The Interactive Smart Toss is a perfect acitvity to use when we are not able to go outside due to the weather. My students are able to work on gross motor skills and turn taking inside the classroom. They also learn to identify shapes, numbers, and colors when they toss the beanbags.\r\n\r\nMany of my students were already familiar with Yoga because of their parents. A few students told me they do yoga at home with their parents. I have a relaxation leader who helps us relax before rest time. Sometimes, they choose a yoga exercise poster. The students are able to name the poses they want their classmates to do before getting their rest mats.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1758202669991,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-learning-with-smart-toss-and/9413473/","projectTitle":"Interactive Learning With Smart Toss and Yoga Visuals for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Massey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1562935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506536232509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1562935"},{"teacherId":3259101,"projectId":9447774,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our Reading Rumble competition for the school year 2025-26 possible! We have begun our practice meetings and our students are really excited about reading the new books and competing against other area elementary schools this April. Reading for enjoyment is not only statistically correlated with higher academic achievement across subject areas, but also helps stimulate children's imaginations and develop their own thoughts and questions, as well as reducing stress levels by up to 68 percent. \r\n\r\nThis year's books are a variety of genres, with two high-fantasy, one low-fantasy, two realistic fiction, and one graphic novel, and students will be given the opportunity to be the \"expert\" in at least one book they enjoyed the most. The competition is a friendly way to help students discover which type of books they enjoy the most while also encouraging them to notice details in the stories. \r\n\r\nMrs. Bailey and I are thankful to have a larger pool of applicants this year than last year and hope this competition will continue to grow at our school.","fullyFundedDate":1753982469173,"projectUrl":"project/reading-for-pleasure-and-competition/9447774/","projectTitle":"Reading for Pleasure--and Competition!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gentile","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3259101_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x19,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628264062699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3259101"},{"teacherId":6736762,"projectId":9315416,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible support of our Science Olympiad team! Your donation of metals for our awards ceremony made a huge difference. Our students face tough competition from schools with specialized STEM programs and more funding, yet they show up and give it their all.\r\n\r\nYour gift allowed us to honor their dedication, regardless of the final rankings. Seeing their excitement and pride at our own ceremony was truly heartwarming. Thank you for helping us recognize their hard work and for making them feel celebrated for their efforts.\r\n\r\nWe couldn't have done it without you!","fullyFundedDate":1747152335847,"projectUrl":"project/medals-for-minds-in-motion/9315416/","projectTitle":"Medals for Minds in Motion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McDermitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6736762_orig.jpg?crop=309,309,x309,y206&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566396463084","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6736762"},{"teacherId":1562935,"projectId":9115860,"letterContent":"My students were eager to use the measuring set. I explained how to use the balance scale then modeled putting objects in the cups to see which was heavier or lighter. I was very impressed when one of my students used vocabulary words such as heavy and light without me modeling or prompting.\r\n\r\nThe ramps were a big hit in the block center. The students took turns rolling vehicles down the ramps. They talked about which vehicle rolled faster.\r\n\r\nMy students were able to have meaningful and relevant conversations with each other while they were playing with the materials from this project.","fullyFundedDate":1743521437632,"projectUrl":"project/making-measurement-fun/9115860/","projectTitle":"Making Measurement Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Massey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1562935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506536232509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1562935"},{"teacherId":1562935,"projectId":9350195,"letterContent":"The 3D Shape Kit was perfect for my small group activity. I was able to show the pictures of the shapes then model how to use the materials to build the shapes. The students were also able to descirbe the shapes.\r\n\r\nThe Gingerbread Man STEM kit was very popular. My students had to use their creativity to design a raft for the Gindgerbread Man to cross the river. They enjoyed retelling the story with the props.\r\n\r\nMy students have shown improvements with their engagement and confidence in math and literacy tasks. They actively participate in collaborative learning, which supports thier social-emotional development alongside academic growth.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting projects that make a lasting difference in early education.","fullyFundedDate":1750887288719,"projectUrl":"project/shape-up-count-on-math-centers-for-pr/9350195/","projectTitle":"Shape Up & Count On: Math Centers for PreK Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Massey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1562935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506536232509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1562935"},{"teacherId":1562935,"projectId":9146402,"letterContent":"My students were excited to see the new materials from the project.\r\n\r\nThe students have been very creative when they play in the block center. They have built farms, houses, as well as zoos for the jungle animals that are in the center. In addition to building, the students are learning to identify the various shapes of the blocks. When it is time to clean up, the students have to sort the blocks by shape when they put them back on the shelf.\r\n\r\nSome students are working on their fine motor skills with the counting maze. They are also learning to count and recognize numbers.","fullyFundedDate":1746699659583,"projectUrl":"project/build-and-learn/9146402/","projectTitle":"Build and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Massey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1562935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506536232509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1562935"},{"teacherId":6736762,"projectId":9618972,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to help purchase facial tissues and cleaning supplies for students when they visit their special area teachers' classrooms. These teachers were so excited when they saw how many they received and the students were so excited at the supplies given we already have hit cold and flu season. These teachers do not receive student supplies, so your support ensures that every child has access to a clean, healthy, and comfortable environment no matter where they learn. Having tissues and cleaning items available reduces distractions, helps prevent the spread of germs, and allows students to focus on their lessons with confidence. Your kindness truly makes a daily impact.","fullyFundedDate":1756067631219,"projectUrl":"project/clean-supplies-for-specials-class/9618972/","projectTitle":"Clean Supplies for Specials Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McDermitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6736762_orig.jpg?crop=309,309,x309,y206&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566396463084","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6736762"},{"teacherId":6736762,"projectId":9246232,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of social-emotional learning books to our school. These books have become a valuable resource in helping our students develop empathy, self-awareness, and emotional regulation.\r\n\r\nSeveral students are already benefiting from repeated readings of these stories, which allow them to internalize key concepts and apply them in real-life situations. For some, revisiting the same book multiple times has helped them better understand emotions, practice problem-solving, and build confidence in expressing themselves.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only enriched our library but has also made it easier for me to guide students through meaningful conversations and lessons that foster lifelong skills. Thank you for investing in the emotional well-being and growth of our learners.","fullyFundedDate":1746371100730,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-build-empathy/9246232/","projectTitle":"Books that Build Empathy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McDermitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6736762_orig.jpg?crop=309,309,x309,y206&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566396463084","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6736762"},{"teacherId":6736762,"projectId":9247346,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of social-emotional learning books to our school. 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