{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Chinquapin Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":19.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5991991,"projectId":9793855,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our math learning! The resources you funded—the NumberBlocks Plush Pals, Builder Sets, Blockzee Balance, and Pop It Frames—have completely transformed our math block.Hands-On Learning in Action We are using the new resources every single day, integrating them into our centers and small group instruction. A specific, unforgettable moment happened last week when we were exploring the concept of number composition (finding different ways to make a number). Using the NumberBlocks Builder Sets, students were able to physically break apart and combine blocks to show that 5 can be made with 4+1 or 3+2. I then brought out the Blockzee Balance, and the students cheered as they realized that if they put a \"5\" block on one side and a \"4\" and \"1\" block on the other, the scale balanced! This concrete, tactile demonstration of equality was a major breakthrough. For many students who previously struggled with abstract equations, this hands-on, multi-sensory approach created an immediate \"aha!\" moment. It wasn't just counting anymore; it was building understanding.Student Reactions and Next StepsThe students' reaction when they first saw the boxes was pure excitement! When they realized the contents were the familiar, friendly faces of the NumberBlocks characters, there were gasps and immediate requests to touch and play. Their engagement has not waned; they now rush to the math center, eager to choose which resource they will use. The Pop It Frames are a huge hit, turning routine ten-frame practice into a fun, rewarding activity.Looking ahead, the success of this project is fueling our next unit on early addition and subtraction. We are currently using the large magnetic ten-frames to model simple equations, and the Plush Pals are helping us tell number stories. Our next steps involve transitioning from physical modeling to drawing and then writing the equations. Thanks to the strong foundational number sense built with your tools, the students are making this shift much faster and with greater confidence than I've ever seen before. Your contribution has empowered them not only to learn math but to genuinely enjoy it.Thank you for being such an essential partner in my students' education.","fullyFundedDate":1760025470018,"projectUrl":"project/balance-build-and-believe-hands-on-ma/9793855/","projectTitle":"Balance, Build, and Believe: Hands-On Math With NumberBlocks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wooten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5991991_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540001826953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tiwooten"},{"teacherId":5991991,"projectId":9788226,"letterContent":"I am delighted to update you on how your generosity is already transforming our classroom environment! The sensory resources you funded—the stress balls, squishy fidgets, bubble timers, and bubble poppers—are being used daily to help my students manage anxiety and maintain focus, allowing their natural curiosity and resilience to shine.\r\n\r\nSensory Tools in Action\r\nWe are using the new resources as essential tools for self-regulation during our most challenging activities. A specific, wonderful moment occurred during independent reading time. For one student who struggles with focusing and tends to fidget disruptively, I offered a squishy fidget and placed a bubble timer nearby. The combination of gentle tactile input and the mesmerizing, slow fall of the bubbles provided just the right amount of sensory input. Instead of getting up repeatedly, the student remained seated, quietly engaged with their book for the entire 20-minute block—a significant accomplishment! These tools have fundamentally changed my teaching approach, allowing me to proactively support individual needs and foster a calm, inclusive atmosphere where every student can access the curriculum.\r\n\r\nExcitement and Next Steps\r\nThe students' reactions when the materials arrived were pure joy and relief. They instantly recognized them as helpful tools, not just toys. The stress balls and fidgets were immediately put to use as \"quiet hands\" during listening activities, and the bubble poppers quickly became popular for blending fine motor practice with math skills, using them to model ten frames and basic counting. The next steps for our classroom involve officially integrating these tools into our \"Calm Corner\" and teaching more explicit, class-wide lessons on mindfulness and emotional literacy using the bubble timers as a cue for deep breathing exercises. We are working toward making self-regulation an independent skill, and these resources are the foundation of that progress, ensuring that every curious and creative student feels supported, engaged, and successful.","fullyFundedDate":1759704696183,"projectUrl":"project/calm-focus-and-thrive-sensory-tools-f/9788226/","projectTitle":"Calm, Focus, and Thrive: Sensory Tools for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wooten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5991991_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540001826953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tiwooten"},{"teacherId":5991991,"projectId":9460766,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our classroom project! When our students first saw the two new ergonomic bounce chairs, their faces lit up with excitement—they couldn't wait to try them out.\r\n\r\nSince then, the chairs have been a game-changer during reading, writing, and independent work. Students are able to focus longer and feel more comfortable while learning. I even saw a student who usually struggles to stay seated complete an entire writing activity without getting up.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll continue using the bounce chairs for collaborative projects, math stations, and science experiments. Your generosity has made our classroom more engaging, comfortable, and fun for everyone!","fullyFundedDate":1757702934899,"projectUrl":"project/sit-bounce-learn-building-focus-one-c/9460766/","projectTitle":"Sit, Bounce, Learn: Building Focus One Chair at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wooten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5991991_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540001826953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tiwooten"},{"teacherId":6065981,"projectId":9257638,"letterContent":"The addition of ozobots to my classroom has provided my students with a new experience. The students have created mazes for their friends to follow with fun little surprises. The students had such a great time working together to create. They get to see how a code they draw with a marker translates to a movement of the little robot. \r\n\r\nWe compare it to how some rides in amusement parks are now set to follow a path through a building. It is all connected based on sensors and coding language. It surprises students how little things can make huge things. \r\n\r\nAs a computer teacher, I love to see their faces light up when I pull out the ozobots and other little robots. They are learning while they play. Then I get to introduce them to careers where they could work but also play. It is such a great way get the students excited about where the world of technology can take them!","fullyFundedDate":1746817578318,"projectUrl":"project/wonderful-world-of-ozobots/9257638/","projectTitle":"Wonderful World of Ozobots","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bellomy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6065981_orig.png?crop=435,435,x87,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663871120252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-bellomy"},{"teacherId":5263727,"projectId":9180677,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our classroom fundraising project! Because of your support, we were able to purchase new furniture and shelving for our toys, as well as storage cabinets for all of our speech and occupational therapy materials.\r\n\r\nThese additions have made a tremendous difference. Our students now enjoy a clean, organized, and engaging space—free from clutter and full of opportunities to play, learn, and grow in a distraction-free environment.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and belief in our work. Thank you for helping us create the best possible space for our children to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1746657006053,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-potential-organized-spaces-fo/9180677/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Potential: Organized Spaces for Special Needs Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jennifer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5263727_orig.png?crop=815,815,x640,y499&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742308256518","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5263727"},{"teacherId":9985977,"projectId":9215406,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support in providing flex seating for my Early Childhood Pre-K classroom for Exceptional Children. The new seating has made a huge difference, creating a comfortable and engaging learning environment for my little learners. They are more focused and excited to participate in classroom activities, and it's wonderful to see them thrive.\r\n\r\nAll of my students who are 3 and 4 years old have IEP's (Individual Education Plans). They need accommodations to go about daily living task and modified to their personal needs. \r\n\r\nMy students are so excited to walk into our classroom and pick out their personal seating area. I have the bean bags set up in front of our smart board where we sing songs for our morning meeting. \r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity have truly impacted our classroom community, and I'm so grateful for your support. Thank you for investing in our future.","fullyFundedDate":1748990088929,"projectUrl":"project/ec-pre-k-flex-seating/9215406/","projectTitle":"EC Pre-K Flex Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hunter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9985977"},{"teacherId":9402560,"projectId":9133748,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous support and for providing our classroom with wonderful new items! The sensory table has been an absolute hit with our students. It has allowed us to enhance learning through meaningful sensory experiences — from water play to imaginative gardening, and even as an adaptable table for our preschoolers' needs.\r\n\r\nWe're also incredibly grateful for the pencil grips and adaptive scissors. These tools have made a significant difference in helping our students develop fine motor skills and work more independently.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping create a more inclusive and engaging learning environment every day. Thank you for being a part of our classroom's journey!","fullyFundedDate":1742931494107,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-this-a-little-that/9133748/","projectTitle":"A Little this, A little that!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bass","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9402560_orig.jpg?crop=642,642,x933,y1142&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708655679962","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9402560"},{"teacherId":5991991,"projectId":9127463,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us restock our sensory supplies! Because of your kindness, our students were able to create slime, cloud dough, and other hands-on sensory tools that support their learning and regulation. These materials aren't just fun—they're essential for helping our students manage emotions, stay calm, and participate successfully in activities that can sometimes feel overwhelming. Thanks to you, our students even brought their homemade slime to the end-of-year assemblies, using it as a quiet tool to stay focused and comfortable during large, busy events.\r\n\r\nIn our special needs classroom, the arrival of new supplies is always a moment of excitement and curiosity. Our students love opening new packages, exploring textures, and diving into creative projects that help them build skills while having fun. Your donation has brought joy, meaningful experiences, and important learning opportunities to our classroom. We are so grateful for your support and can't wait to continue creating and growing together!","fullyFundedDate":1742229151086,"projectUrl":"project/gotta-keep-em-regulated/9127463/","projectTitle":"Gotta Keep 'Em Regulated","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wooten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5991991_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540001826953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tiwooten"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_2641","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":512,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":14,"percentWhite":66,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":13,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":80.9,"schoolId":2641,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Chinquapin Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Chinquapin Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/duplin-county-school-district/chinquapin-elementary-school/2641"}