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Thank you for helping make learning exciting and giving my students resources they can use every day!\r\n\r\nThanks so much for being a part of student learning by donating to projects like this.","fullyFundedDate":1787273284354,"projectUrl":"project/learning-is-fun/10377728/","projectTitle":"Learning Is Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Golden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6514774_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y248&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690468225782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/res-golden"},{"teacherId":1813804,"projectId":10447905,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of essential classroom supplies for our elementary and middle school English as a Second Language (ESL) students. Your support provides our classroom with the fundamental tools necessary to create an engaging, structured, and effective learning environment.\r\nEssential classroom supplies play a vital role in supporting English language development. For ESL learners, acquiring a new language relies heavily on interactive, multimodal, and hands-on learning experiences. Supplies such as whiteboards, colorful markers, sticky notes, charts, and organizational folders allow students to interact with language visually and kinesthetically. Being able to sketch ideas, color-code grammar patterns, manipulate vocabulary cards, and visually organize their thoughts reduces cognitive fatigue and makes abstract language concepts concrete and accessible.\r\nAdditionally, having access to adequate supplies creates an equitable learning space where every student can fully participate without stress. 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Your generosity empowers our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1787273284074,"projectUrl":"project/esl-class-needs-supplies/10447905/","projectTitle":"ESL Class Needs Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lavery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1813804"},{"teacherId":1813804,"projectId":10274719,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of graphic novels to our middle school English as a Second Language (ESL) classroom. Your contribution directly puts captivating, high-quality books into the hands of students who are navigating both a new language and a new culture.\r\nGraphic novels are an extraordinarily powerful tool for middle school ESL learners. The visual context provided by the artwork offers critical support for reading comprehension, allowing students to decode complex storylines, vocabulary, and nuances without feeling overwhelmed by dense text. This combination of imagery and text builds reading confidence, accelerates language acquisition, and helps reluctant or struggling readers fall in love with books.\r\nEqually important is the impact of the specific stories your donation provided—literature featuring immigrant characters and relatable life experiences. For newcomer students, seeing their own journeys, cultures, and challenges mirrored on the page is transformative. Relatable literature validates their identity and shows them that their stories matter. When students connect deeply with a protagonist who shares their background, reading shifts from a language exercise into a deeply meaningful, personal experience.\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom library is now a richer, more welcoming place where students feel seen, supported, and inspired to read. Thank you for investing in our students' education and helping them find their voices.","fullyFundedDate":1780746875634,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-build-a-love-of-reading-i/10274719/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels build a love of reading in Middle School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lavery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1813804"},{"teacherId":6514774,"projectId":10345988,"letterContent":"My first graders will benefit greatly from having individual whiteboards with primary lines. These whiteboards are designed specifically for young learners and will give students a clear space to practice letter formation, handwriting, spelling, sight words, math problems, and other important skills. The primary lines will help students develop proper letter size, spacing, and formation while building confidence and independence. They also allow students to practice repeatedly without using paper, making learning more interactive and engaging.\r\n\r\nConstruction paper will provide opportunities for my students to be creative while demonstrating what they have learned. We will use it for hands-on activities, crafts, projects, displays, and learning activities across all subject areas. TPT gift cards will allow me to purchase high-quality, engaging resources that are aligned with our first-grade standards and meet the individual learning needs of my students. 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Because you funded this project, our 4th grade students were able to create 15 large-sized, custom-painted, original \"book character\" canvases that are now adorning our library walls. Each time a student or teacher walks into the library, they are greeted with these colorful, student-created works of art. The students who painted them will never forget their involvement in this impactful and memorable project. And I will never forget your generosity in funding this project.","fullyFundedDate":1772043890815,"projectUrl":"project/school-library-collaborative-art-project/10056319/","projectTitle":"School Library Collaborative Art Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chapman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6214634_orig.jpg?crop=2460,2460,x568,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771797973778","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6214634"},{"teacherId":10043756,"projectId":10077212,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our classroom community, thank you for your generous donation of classroom supplies. Your kindness and support make a meaningful difference in our students' learning experiences.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, our students have access to the tools they need to learn, create, and succeed. Craft supplies, books, stem manipulatives , and other educational resources help create an engaging and productive learning environment where every student can thrive.\r\n\r\nYour generosity not only provides essential materials but also demonstrates to our students that there are people in the community who care about their education and future. We are truly grateful for your investment in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtful support. Your gift has a direct and positive impact on our students every day.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation","fullyFundedDate":1772043238222,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-today-success-tomorrow/10077212/","projectTitle":"Supplies Today, Success Tomorrow!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dodson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10043756"},{"teacherId":1813804,"projectId":10147758,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous gift of wordless picture books. We will use these books for the following skills: inference, narrative writing, to answer w questions, to create stories in pairs or small groups and to explore many genres including science fiction, fantasy and fables.\r\nThese books are perfect for my English Language Learners because new ML students who lack English proficiency especially benefit from wordless picture books because they remove text barriers and allow students to utilize their full linguistic and cultural knowledge and background to build narratives , develop visual literacy and practice critical thinking in a low stress environment.\r\nStudents can tell the story in whichever language they are most comfortable. They are confident to try because they know there is no right answer.\r\nThey eliminate reading anxiety and allow all students of all language proficiency levels to act as co-authors focusing on inference and language production.\r\nI am excited to see my students grow in their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills using these books!","fullyFundedDate":1773861952707,"projectUrl":"project/wordless-picture-books-for-language-acqu/10147758/","projectTitle":"Wordless Picture Books for Language Acquisition","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lavery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1813804"},{"teacherId":6440424,"projectId":9625334,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, I was able to use these books as the foundation for my enrichment lessons, pairing each story with engaging, hands-on activities that encouraged students to think critically, solve problems creatively, and extend their learning beyond the pages of the book. The stories sparked meaningful discussions and inspired students to ask questions, share ideas, and explore different perspectives. Through these experiences, my K–2 learners built confidence, strengthened their collaboration and communication skills, and discovered that their creativity and unique ways of thinking can make a difference. 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The Miko 3 AI robot has sparked amazing conversations about artificial intelligence, communication, and how technology learns from people. Students are constantly asking thoughtful questions and making connections to the world around them.\r\n\r\nMarty the Robot and its sensors have become a favorite part of our coding lessons. Watching students work together to solve problems, debug their programs, and celebrate when Marty successfully completes a task has been incredible. They are developing perseverance, collaboration, and critical thinking skills that reach far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nEven the robot-themed stickers and incentive rewards have made a meaningful difference. They help create a positive environment where students feel comfortable taking risks, learning from mistakes, and trying again. Those small celebrations have built confidence and excitement around STEM learning.\r\n\r\nYour support has done much more than provide materials. It has inspired curiosity, encouraged creativity, and helped students see themselves as future engineers, programmers, inventors, and problem-solvers. Thank you for investing in my students and helping them discover that they can do amazing things.","fullyFundedDate":1770826957687,"projectUrl":"project/from-code-to-motion-robots-in-the-class/10047730/","projectTitle":"From Code to Motion: Robots in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tammy Kiser","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6440424_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x111,y314&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679015321231","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tammykiserbuckner"},{"teacherId":6514774,"projectId":10187251,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom through this project. The file folders, laminating sheets, copy paper, and other essential supplies will help keep our classroom organized and running smoothly. 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Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1779758582393,"projectUrl":"project/gearing-up-for-success/10187251/","projectTitle":"Gearing Up for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Golden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6514774_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y248&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690468225782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/res-golden"},{"teacherId":10303951,"projectId":10094116,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for purchasing countless items for my classroom! Your generosity has truly shaped my classroom for the better. \r\n\r\nFor starters, my rug has added a breath of new life to my room. I used to have a stained tattered rug and now my students are able to enjoy a beautiful plush rug during morning meeting. It's colors bring a sense of calmness to the room we were once missing. \r\n\r\nAdditionally, the new lamps have been an amazing treat to have! I used to have one leaving my room quite dark when I turned my lights off, especially since I don't have windows in my classroom. Now they get a warm calmness when they enter my room in the morning and an additional calmness during our brain break. \r\n\r\nFinally, the new math games have been such a treat! 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About this school
Rosman Elementary School is
a rural public school
in Rosman, North Carolina that is part of Transylvania County School District.
It serves 329 students
in grades K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 14.3:1.
Its teachers have had 125 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Title 1
Data about Title 1 status comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education.
Grades K - 5
329 Students
23 Teachers
167 Rosman School RdContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
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of students receive free or reduced price lunch
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8%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. The numbers in this chart may not add up to 100% because of limitations in the available data.
Rosman Elementary School Support on DonorsChoose
Last updated Sep 7, 2026
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Rosman Elementary School
$76,555
raised using DonorsChoose
125
projects
funded
39
teachers
funded
116
donors
14
projects
for
basic supplies
14
projects for
technology
25
projects for
books
5
projects
for
art supplies
Rosman Elementary School has received support from
74 individuals from North Carolina and
42 individuals out-of-state.