{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Southeast Raleigh Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1935426,"projectId":9488744,"letterContent":"Here's a warm, heartfelt thank-you letter that incorporates all the information you shared and answers the donor questions naturally:\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our classroom library project! The new resources have made a tremendous difference in how our students access and enjoy books each day.\r\n\r\nWe're already putting the thermal binder and glue strips to great use—repairing well-loved stories that had started to fall apart. Students are thrilled to see some of their favorite titles back on the shelves, ready to be shared again. The clear bins have also completely transformed our library space. By organizing books by level, genre, and theme, even our youngest readers can now find books that match their interests and reading abilities all on their own.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was seeing students' faces light up the day we introduced the refreshed library. They immediately started exploring, trading book recommendations, and proudly showing off how neatly everything was organized. It was wonderful to watch them take ownership of their reading space!\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, our next step is to use this revitalized library to support ongoing reading projects. Students are setting personal reading goals, exploring new genres, and engaging in small-group book talks to share what they've learned. With your help, we've built not just a library, but a community of enthusiastic, confident readers.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible—you've helped create a space where reading truly comes to life!","fullyFundedDate":1756343631113,"projectUrl":"project/longevity-in-library/9488744/","projectTitle":"Longevity in Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935426_orig.jpg?crop=382,382,x80,y105&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565394341116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1935426"},{"teacherId":1935426,"projectId":9226947,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping our students discover a love of reading!\r\n\r\nThe new nonfiction sports books have been such a hit in our classroom. They're helping students build important literacy skills—like identifying main ideas, summarizing, and making connections—while also teaching powerful lessons about perseverance, teamwork, and determination.\r\n\r\nReading time now feels like game time! Students are eager to open a book, talk about their favorite athletes, and share what they've learned about hard work and overcoming challenges. Some of our more reluctant readers have especially connected with these stories, finding real inspiration in the athletes' journeys and discovering that reading can be just as exciting as the sports they love.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible. Your generosity has truly turned reading into a \"win\" for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1746628549204,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-in-motion-building-readers-thr/9226947/","projectTitle":"Literacy in Motion: Building Readers Through Sports","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935426_orig.jpg?crop=382,382,x80,y105&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565394341116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1935426"},{"teacherId":48000,"projectId":9531551,"letterContent":"My students are truly beside themselves with their pets. They have named them like \"Cash, Clover and Luigi\". It's so adorable, reassuring that children find happiness in the simplicities of life. My students have really been motivated to be on their best behavior to be able to earn their desk pets and the little accessories. Students look forward to writing stories and creating world for their pet. \r\n\r\nHaving donations from a community dedicated to creating caring and loving students is just amazing.","fullyFundedDate":1758202553651,"projectUrl":"project/come-see-my-pet-porcupine-sticky/9531551/","projectTitle":"Come See My Pet Porcupine: Sticky!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Primus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp48000_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650022553245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/osmo"},{"teacherId":1935426,"projectId":6563183,"letterContent":"My students and I are incredibly grateful for the new math journals and games that were made possible thanks to your generous support. From the moment the materials arrived, there was a buzz of excitement in the classroom. The students were eager to dive into the journals, explore the games, and see how these new resources would become part of our daily learning routine.\r\n\r\nThe math journals have quickly become a core part of our math block. Each morning, students begin with a math warm-up, which they now complete in their new journals. These journals give students a consistent space to organize their thoughts, reflect on problem-solving strategies, and track their learning. One of our recent projects involved a multi-day lesson on fractions. Students used their journals to draw models, write explanations, and show different ways to represent equivalent fractions. It was inspiring to watch them flip back through their own notes and drawings to make connections and apply previous learning to new challenges.\r\n\r\nWhat makes the journals even more meaningful is the ownership students have over them. They're proud of their work and often decorate the covers with math-themed designs or personal touches. I've even had students ask if they can take them home over the weekend to continue practicing! This level of engagement and independence has truly been a highlight.\r\n\r\nThe math games have added a whole new level of excitement and collaboration to our classroom. We've set up a \"Math Game Center\" that rotates weekly with different skill-based games. One of the most popular games so far is a place value game that challenges students to build the largest (or smallest) number using digit cards. Students work in pairs or small groups, strategizing and explaining their choices to one another. Another favorite has been a multiplication memory match game, which has helped boost fluency while still keeping things fun and interactive.\r\n\r\nOne specific moment that stands out happened last week during our \"Math Centers Friday.\" One group was working on a fractions board game, and I overheard a student say, \"This is way better than doing a worksheet—I'm still learning but it feels like recess!\" That moment confirmed exactly why these resources are so powerful. They make learning feel like an adventure, not just an assignment.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're preparing for a math project focused on budgeting and real-world problem solving. Students will work in small groups to create a mock classroom event, like a party or mini field trip, and use their journals to plan the budget, calculate costs, and track spending. The math games will continue to reinforce computation and logical thinking skills, while the journals will serve as their working notebooks to document the entire process.\r\n\r\nThese resources haven't just supported math instruction—they've helped build a positive math culture in our classroom. My students are more confident, more collaborative, and more curious about numbers than ever before. Your support has made a real difference, and we thank you for believing in our classroom. We look forward to sharing even more learning moments with you in the future!","fullyFundedDate":1659893468381,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math/6563183/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935426_orig.jpg?crop=382,382,x80,y105&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565394341116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1935426"},{"teacherId":3420247,"projectId":8991853,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of headphones to our classroom! Your gift has made a tremendous impact on our students' learning. With their own headphones, students can now fully engage in reading programs, online lessons, and educational games without distractions.\r\n\r\nThis simple tool has created a quieter, more focused environment and allows each student to learn at their own pace. The excitement on their faces when they received their headphones was priceless—many said it made them feel like \"real learners.\"\r\n\r\nYour kindness supports not only our daily lessons but also our students' confidence and independence. We are so grateful for your support and for believing in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1738428579187,"projectUrl":"project/sound-solutions-help-us-provide-headpho/8991853/","projectTitle":"Sound Solutions: Help Us Provide Headphones for Every Student!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sharpless","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3420247_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526167245046","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laurenwalton"},{"teacherId":1935426,"projectId":8958707,"letterContent":"Many of our donors love books, and we absolutely share that passion—especially when we see the excitement that a new book can bring to a young reader. While reading may look like fun and storytelling on the surface (and it definitely is), there is also so much intentional teaching and learning happening behind the scenes, particularly in our library space. Books like *Creepy Carrots* by Aaron Reynolds and *No, David!* by David Shannon are more than just entertaining picture books—they are powerful tools for teaching a wide range of foundational reading and social-emotional skills.\r\n\r\nWhen new books like these are introduced to the library, one of the first things students learn is how to engage with text critically and thoughtfully. For example, *Creepy Carrots* allows us to explore story structure, point of view, and mood. Even at a young age, students can begin to understand how an author uses suspense, repetition, and illustration to create a particular tone. We talk about how the pictures and text work together to tell the story, and students are often quick to point out visual clues or guess what might happen next based on foreshadowing.\r\n\r\n*No, David!* on the other hand, is a wonderful entry point for discussions around behavior, feelings, and consequences. It's a short and simple book, but it offers so many teaching opportunities. We use it to talk about character development and how illustrations can tell as much of the story as the words. We also encourage students to make personal connections—many will laugh and say, \"That's just like what I did when I was little!\" This builds empathy and helps students understand not only what's happening in the story, but how it relates to their own lives.\r\n\r\nBeyond academic skills, these books also promote a love for reading. In the library, reading doesn't look like rows of silent children—it looks like active engagement, shared laughter, wide-eyed reactions, and hands shooting into the air to share thoughts and predictions. During read-alouds, we pause to ask questions like, \"Why do you think Jasper is so scared of the carrots?\" or \"What could David do differently next time?\" These questions help build comprehension skills and also give students the chance to think creatively and express themselves.\r\n\r\nWe also encourage students to retell stories, act them out, and create their own versions. After reading *Creepy Carrots*, some students wanted to draw their own \"creepy vegetables\" and write a new ending to the story. Others wrote apology letters to David from *No, David!* imagining how the characters felt after the story ended. These types of activities help build narrative skills and encourage deeper engagement with texts.\r\n\r\nThere's been a noticeable increase in enthusiasm around the library since these books arrived. Students who were once hesitant readers are now asking to reread their favorites or check out books with similar themes. Graphic picture books with strong visuals, like *Creepy Carrots*, appeal to both early readers and those who are more visual learners. The humor and relatability of *No, David!* has made it a favorite for students who might otherwise feel overwhelmed by more text-heavy books.\r\n\r\nThese books have also sparked more peer conversations about reading. Students recommend their favorites to each other, and we often hear them discussing plot points or acting out scenes during free time. This peer-driven enthusiasm creates a positive reading culture where books are seen not as an assignment, but as something exciting and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nThanks to the generosity of our donors, the library has become a vibrant space for learning, imagination, and connection. These new texts are doing more than filling shelves—they're fueling curiosity, building skills, and turning students into lifelong readers. We're deeply grateful for the impact these books are making on our students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1734099401597,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-replace-the-popular-lost-books/8958707/","projectTitle":"Help Us Replace the Popular Lost Books!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935426_orig.jpg?crop=382,382,x80,y105&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565394341116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1935426"},{"teacherId":7257529,"projectId":9117378,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom! Because of your support, we received essential supplies—pencils, Clorox wipes, dry erase markers, and Post-it notes—that are making a big difference in our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe excitement when the materials arrived was real—students cheered when they saw fresh pencils and colorful Post-it notes waiting on their desks! You would've thought it was a box of treasure. Simple things like having their own dry erase marker for math practice or being able to jot ideas on Post-its during a reading lesson have empowered my students to take more ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nThe Post-its have been used for idea boards where students can get up and moving, sharing and building off each other's thoughts. We also love them as tools to give feedback or jot ideas before sharing aloud. The dry erase markers helped us map out plans or solve problems on our whiteboard tables, and the pencils—well, they're used constantly in every subject, every day.\r\n\r\nThe Clorox wipes are also a huge help in keeping our space clean and safe—especially during cold and flu season. It's amazing how much more focused students are when their environment feels fresh and cared for.\r\n\r\nThese tools aren't just supplies—they're supporting deeper learning, collaboration, and creativity. Your generosity has truly brightened our classroom in both practical and meaningful ways. Thank you for getting a glimpse into our world and helping make it a better place to learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1739982989522,"projectUrl":"project/practical-products-for-a-productive-lear/9117378/","projectTitle":"Practical Products for a Productive Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valentine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7257529_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736999378597","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsvalentine3rd"},{"teacherId":7257529,"projectId":9095293,"letterContent":"I'm writing to extend my sincere thanks for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project. Because of you, I received five transformative professional development books that are already enriching my teaching and shaping a more thoughtful, inclusive, and effective learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nThe books we received—Recipe for Reading, It's Never Just About the Behaviour, Choice Words, Humans Who Teach, and Rooted in Joy—each bring a powerful lens to the work we do every day.\r\n\r\nRecipe for Reading is enhancing our approach to structured literacy and phonics, giving me tools to support early readers with evidence-based strategies. It's Never Just About the Behaviour has shifted how we respond to classroom challenges—encouraging me to look beyond behavior and understand the whole child. Choice Words is helping us reframe my language to empower students and foster a growth mindset through everyday conversations.\r\n\r\nMost deeply, Humans Who Teach and Rooted in Joy have reminded us of the heart of this work: teaching with love, justice, and a deep commitment to student belonging. These books have been grounding and inspiring, especially in a time when educators face so many pressures. They've helped me reconnect with why I teach—and how I can do so in a way that centers joy, equity, and care.\r\n\r\nYour donation did more than purchase books—it supported a culture of reflective practice, shared learning, and hope. Thank you for believing in teachers and for investing in our growth. We are better educators because of your generosity, and our students will feel that impact every day.","fullyFundedDate":1738936597341,"projectUrl":"project/restoring-joy-in-the-classroom-by-reform/9095293/","projectTitle":"Restoring Joy in the Classroom by Reforming the Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valentine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7257529_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736999378597","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsvalentine3rd"},{"teacherId":7257529,"projectId":9065324,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support in providing my students with high-quality headphones with microphones! In today's classroom, technology plays a vital role in personalized learning, and these headphones have made a significant impact. Whether my students are engaging in interactive reading programs, practicing speech-to-text writing, or using them for language development activities, these tools help eliminate distractions and allow them to focus more effectively. For students who need extra reading or language support, the ability to clearly hear and respond to lessons has been a game-changer, improving both comprehension and confidence. \r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is the ability to actively engage in their learning without disruptions. Many of them love using the microphones for activities like reading fluency practice, language learning exercises, and voice-to-text writing. One student, who was previously shy about participating in class, has found a new sense of confidence using voice-to-text features to express their ideas in writing. Another student who struggles with auditory processing has benefited greatly from the ability to adjust volume levels and focus on lessons more clearly. All students have been completing more units on their online learning programs because they have been able to block out distractions. Thanks to your generosity, my students are not only learning more effectively but also developing skills that will support them far beyond the classroom. \r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly made a difference in their education, and we are so grateful. Thank you for believing in my students and for giving them the tools to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1738428579218,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-to-help-develop-strong-reader/9065324/","projectTitle":"Headphones to Help Develop Strong Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valentine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7257529_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736999378597","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsvalentine3rd"},{"teacherId":1935426,"projectId":9088485,"letterContent":"I hope you're doing well! I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for your generous donation of STEM materials, including LEGOs, magnetic tiles, and other building resources. Your support has brought so much excitement and creativity to our students, and I'm thrilled to share how these materials have already made an impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe moment our students saw the new STEM materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to dive in and start building! Right away, they began experimenting—stacking magnetic tiles into tall towers, constructing intricate LEGO structures, and collaborating on creative designs. It was incredible to see their imaginations take off and their teamwork skills in action.\r\n\r\nOne of our recent projects focused on designing and building bridges using the new materials. Students worked in small groups to construct bridges using LEGOs and magnetic tiles, testing their strength and stability by adding small weights. They loved the challenge, cheering each other on as they refined their designs to make them stronger. One student proudly exclaimed, \"This is the best day ever!\"—a testament to how meaningful your contribution has been.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to incorporate these STEM materials into more hands-on learning experiences. Our next steps include a city-building project, where students will use the materials to design their own miniature cities, incorporating concepts of engineering, balance, and structure. This project will encourage problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork—essential skills for future innovators!\r\n\r\nThank you for making all of this possible. Your generosity has given our students a chance to explore, experiment, and dream big. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more of their progress with you!","fullyFundedDate":1738786703025,"projectUrl":"project/stem-materials-for-all/9088485/","projectTitle":"STEM Materials For All!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935426_orig.jpg?crop=382,382,x80,y105&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565394341116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1935426"},{"teacherId":1935426,"projectId":8935970,"letterContent":"I hope you're doing well! I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for your generous donation of STEM materials, including LEGOs, magnetic tiles, and other building resources. Your support has brought so much excitement and creativity to our students, and I'm thrilled to share how these materials have already made an impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe moment our students saw the new STEM materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to dive in and start building! Right away, they began experimenting—stacking magnetic tiles into tall towers, constructing intricate LEGO structures, and collaborating on creative designs. It was incredible to see their imaginations take off and their teamwork skills in action.\r\n\r\nOne of our recent projects focused on designing and building bridges using the new materials. Students worked in small groups to construct bridges using LEGOs and magnetic tiles, testing their strength and stability by adding small weights. They loved the challenge, cheering each other on as they refined their designs to make them stronger. One student proudly exclaimed, \"This is the best day ever!\"—a testament to how meaningful your contribution has been.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to incorporate these STEM materials into more hands-on learning experiences. Our next steps include a city-building project, where students will use the materials to design their own miniature cities, incorporating concepts of engineering, balance, and structure. This project will encourage problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork—essential skills for future innovators!\r\n\r\nThank you for making all of this possible. Your generosity has given our students a chance to explore, experiment, and dream big. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more of their progress with you!","fullyFundedDate":1731541263332,"projectUrl":"project/stem-materials-for-all/8935970/","projectTitle":"Stem Materials for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935426_orig.jpg?crop=382,382,x80,y105&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565394341116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1935426"},{"teacherId":1935426,"projectId":8766803,"letterContent":"I cannot express enough gratitude for your generosity in providing my students with a diverse collection of books. Your support has had a profound impact on our classroom, opening doors to new perspectives, fostering empathy, and strengthening critical thinking skills.\r\n\r\nWith these books, my students are engaging in rich discussions about identity, culture, and resilience. They are learning to analyze themes, make connections to their own lives, and think deeply about the world around them. Through characters who reflect a variety of backgrounds and experiences, students see themselves in literature while also gaining insight into lives different from their own. This has made our reading sessions more meaningful and personal.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is a daily adventure. Whether gathered in small groups, reading independently, or sharing thoughts in lively discussions, my students are actively immersed in these stories. One student, in particular, who previously struggled to find joy in reading, has been captivated by a book featuring a protagonist who shares her cultural background. Seeing her enthusiasm grow as she eagerly turns each page has been one of the most rewarding moments of this project.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I have been able to create engaging lessons that incorporate diverse voices, inspiring my students to write their own stories and think critically about representation in literature. The materials you provided have not only enhanced our curriculum but have also instilled a love of reading in many students who had never considered themselves readers before.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for making this possible. Your generosity has transformed our classroom into a place where every student feels seen, valued, and inspired.","fullyFundedDate":1726717204044,"projectUrl":"project/seeing-ourselves-in-books-promoting-dive/8766803/","projectTitle":"Seeing Ourselves in Books-Promoting Diversity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935426_orig.jpg?crop=382,382,x80,y105&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565394341116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1935426"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_125620","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":341,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":65,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":79.5,"schoolId":125620,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Southeast Raleigh Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Southeast Raleigh Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/wake-county-public-school-system/southeast-raleigh-elementary-school/125620"}