{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Whiteville Primary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10464178,"projectId":10156951,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the wonderful items for our classroom! The children have really enjoyed exploring and learning with the light table. We have been sorting different transparent items on the light table, and the children especially enjoyed seeing how the transparent toys changed when they moved them away from the table and then placed them back on the light. When they came into the classroom and saw the light table, they were so excited! When I showed them how to turn it on, they made such excited noises and immediately wanted to begin creating, exploring, and learning. The children were also very excited to use the drying rack for their wet paintings. They loved knowing that their artwork had a special place to dry where they didn't have to worry about something being placed on top of it.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping provide these meaningful learning experiences for our children. Your generosity has made such a wonderful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1776400263758,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-and-art-sensation/10156951/","projectTitle":"Sensory and Art Sensation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Connor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10464178"},{"teacherId":10462303,"projectId":10159049,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project, \"Help Us Grow with Engaging Preschool Experiences.\" Your generosity has brought incredible energy and joy into our classroom, providing my students with essential resources that make learning hands-on and exciting every single day.The art materials have become an absolute favorite in our daily routine, especially the wonderful paint sticks you provided. These specialized tools allow my preschool students to express their creativity freely while developing their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Having access to these high-quality sensory and art experiences gives them a safe, colorful outlet to explore their senses, build confidence, and discover the joy of making something entirely their own.In addition to the art supplies, the diverse collection of new books has transformed our reading corner into a hub of excitement. These stories cover different seasons and unique learning experiences, capturing the children's imaginations and encouraging them to engage with literacy on a much deeper level. By connecting beautiful illustrations and seasonal themes to their everyday world, your support has sparked a true love for reading and language that will help these young learners grow for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1776387038247,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-grow-with-engaging-preschool-exp/10159049/","projectTitle":"Help Us Grow with Engaging Preschool Experiences","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gharam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10462303_orig.jpg?crop=1344,1344,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773338537368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10462303"},{"teacherId":8794812,"projectId":10147834,"letterContent":"The materials provided through this project, including math and reading manipulatives, headphones, storage containers, and writing supplies, have had a positive impact on my students' learning. The math and reading manipulatives have given my students more opportunities to learn through hands-on experiences. Students are able to physically interact with materials while practicing important skills such as counting, number recognition, letter sounds, word building, and early reading concepts. These resources have helped make learning more engaging and meaningful for my kindergarten students.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have also been especially helpful during reading and technology activities. They allow students to listen to directions, stories, and instructional programs without being distracted by surrounding noise. This has helped students remain focused and work more independently. The storage containers have made it possible to organize and easily access our classroom materials, which has helped create a more organized learning environment and allowed instructional time to be used more efficiently.\r\n\r\nBecause of the materials provided, I have been able to offer more differentiated and hands-on learning opportunities to meet the individual needs of my students. I have been able to create small-group activities and learning centers that provide students with opportunities to practice skills at their own level. The writing supplies have also allowed students to practice writing, drawing, labeling, and responding to learning activities without having to worry about a lack of basic supplies.\r\n\r\nOverall, this project has helped me create a more engaging, organized, and supportive classroom environment. The materials have allowed me to provide my students with additional opportunities to practice essential kindergarten skills while encouraging independence, participation, and a love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1776442056733,"projectUrl":"project/helping-a-title-i-school-with-classroom/10147834/","projectTitle":"Helping a Title I School With Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8794812"},{"teacherId":10295361,"projectId":10014745,"letterContent":"Ms. Gharam and I would like to extend our gratitude towards everyone who made this project come to life. Our students were in desperate need of new reading materials and thanks to your help, that need has been fulfilled.\r\n\r\nOur students have been loving all of the new books and have not put them down since they have arrived. They especially love the books about inclusivity and the books that are more interactive. They also enjoy the books that have familiarity to them, such as The Wheels on the Bus and If You're Happy and You Know It. It amazes them that their favorite songs have pictures now to go along with the words that they already know!\r\n\r\nAs teachers, we are enjoying the books that go along with our lessons that we teach in the classroom. It is such a joy to see the children's faces light up as we read a book about springtime after discussing spring and all the wonderful things that come with it. Thanks to your help, more connections are being made for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1778087982997,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-love-of-literacy/10014745/","projectTitle":"For the Love of Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brietta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10295361_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y476&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759860342565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10295361"},{"teacherId":37766,"projectId":10148203,"letterContent":"We have had so much FUN with our new science supplies! We have learned about the life cycle of plants and watched several different types of plants grow in our root view finder. We have propagated several types of plants in our propagation station. Being able to actually see the roots form and grow in these two items have been so amazing for my class! \r\n\r\nWe have watched caterpillars turn into chrysalises and soon we will have butterflies! We have used our bug catchers and magnifying glasses to catch and release all sorts of bugs at recess. \r\n\r\nThe STEM stations have been so much fun! I can't wait to share pictures with you and to continue using these wonderful science supplies next year in my classroom! Thank you so much for your generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1776278190674,"projectUrl":"project/bring-back-the-fun-of-science/10148203/","projectTitle":"Bring Back the Fun of Science!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Owens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp37766_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625781324432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rebecca-owens"},{"teacherId":10326763,"projectId":9852397,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom now has a Comfort Corner that truly supports calm, focus, and emotional regulation for my K–2 self-contained special education students. We use this space every day as a safe place for students to reset, regulate their emotions, and prepare their bodies and minds for learning.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments happened the very first day the seating arrived. As we unpacked everything together, my students' faces lit up. Several immediately asked, \"Is this for us?\" and one student quietly sat down, took a deep breath, and said, \"This feels good.\" That moment said everything. These cozy seating options instantly became a trusted space where students feel safe and supported.\r\n\r\nWe now use the Comfort Corner during social-emotional learning lessons, calm-down breaks, and transitions throughout the day. Students are learning how to independently recognize their feelings and choose tools that help them self-regulate. I've already seen fewer meltdowns, quicker recovery times, and improved focus when students return to their work.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our next steps include building stronger emotional awareness skills. Students are practicing identifying emotions, using visual supports, and pairing the Comfort Corner with coping strategies like deep breathing, counting, and quiet reading. This space is helping them grow not only academically, but socially and emotionally as well.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a lasting impact on our classroom community. Thank you for believing in my students and helping create a learning environment where they feel calm, confident, and ready to succeed. 💙","fullyFundedDate":1764685864936,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-corners-cozy-seating-for-calm-a/9852397/","projectTitle":"Comfort Corners: Cozy Seating for Calm and Focused Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ritenour","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10326763_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761154857666","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10326763"},{"teacherId":10295361,"projectId":9779750,"letterContent":"Ms. Gharam and I would like to extend the biggest \"Thank You\" to all of the people who made our project a reality. Our students have been obsessed with their light table and it has become a new focal point in our classroom. Students are exploring different textured items, comparing shapes and colors of items that are illuminated, and just having fun! It warms my heart to see them so excited and engaged with this new addition to our classroom. \r\n\r\nWe already have so many activities planned for the future involving the light table and its tray that are sure to be a huge hit. This table means so much to these children, as well as future students we will have. Students are able to express their creativity, build, or regulate themselves and that makes us so happy! \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you so much to every person who had a hand in making this project a success and bringing it to life. You have helped us make a difference in these children's lives.","fullyFundedDate":1767204846809,"projectUrl":"project/light-up-our-world-with-a-light-table/9779750/","projectTitle":"Light Up Our World with a Light Table!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brietta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10295361_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y476&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759860342565","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10295361"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_2551","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":427,"numTeachers":40,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":40,"percentWhite":38,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":13,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"K - 2","studentTeacherRatio":"10.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":76.1,"schoolId":2551,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Whiteville Primary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Whiteville Primary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/whiteville-city-school-district/whiteville-primary-school/2551"}