{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Knightsville Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":306055,"projectId":10187227,"letterContent":"I wish you could've seen the faces of my students when the new products from this grant were displayed! They were thrilled! They loved the model solar system and the telescope but the rocket ship was the overall favorite! I loved seeing the joy in their eyes when they used the items to pretend like they were astronauts out in space.\r\n\r\nWithout generous donations from donors, projects like this one and the materials they provide would not be possible. Teachers spend so much out of pocket to provide meaningful and lasting memories for their students. I appreciate you thinking of my students and helping out our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1776093600246,"projectUrl":"project/reach-for-the-stars/10187227/","projectTitle":"Reach for the Stars!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp306055_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711767692632","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristie-walters"},{"teacherId":2039258,"projectId":5113354,"letterContent":"When this project was first funded, our classroom - and the world - looked very different. As a kindergarten teacher navigating the complexities of the COVID-19 pandemic, my primary challenge was finding ways to maintain the \"magic\" of early childhood education while navigating social distancing and virtual learning. Kindergarten is a year defined by touch, movement, and community. The hand2mind Daily Math Fluency Kit arrived at the exact moment it was needed most, serving as a vital bridge between abstract instruction and the concrete learning my students desperately required.","fullyFundedDate":1598025765378,"projectUrl":"project/making-sense-of-number-sense/5113354/","projectTitle":"Making Sense of Number Sense","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Collins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2039258_orig.jpg?crop=659,659,x806,y844&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776559048506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/khuddle"},{"teacherId":7242177,"projectId":10068146,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Cooking Essentials project. Because of your contributions, 15 of our students were given the opportunity to explore the world of cooking in a meaningful and hands-on way.\r\n\r\nOur students, who have special needs, greatly benefited from this experience. Through cooking, they were able to develop important life skills such as following directions, practicing sequencing with recipes, and strengthening fine motor abilities. Just as importantly, they had the chance to explore new foods and textures in a supportive and engaging environment.\r\n\r\nThis project went beyond simply preparing meals—it helped build confidence, encouraged independence, and created joyful learning moments that will stay with them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity made all of this possible. We are deeply grateful for your support and for believing in our students.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1771133555319,"projectUrl":"project/little-chefs-big-skills/10068146/","projectTitle":"Little Chefs, Big Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Callahan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7242177_orig.jpg?crop=875,875,x0,y113&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1614270360614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7242177"},{"teacherId":10307733,"projectId":9815101,"letterContent":"We are very appreciative that you helped fund our Disc Golf project for Knightsville Elementary School Physical Education. With your help we were able to make a 6 hole disc golf course for our students to participate in at the end of our disc golf unit. They found this fun and it was a brand new experience for many of the students that I teach. \r\n\r\nThe students enjoyed each having their own disc to use for games like Pizza Delivery which we also played on field day. Students had a blast with the new equipment and learning to play disc golf throughout a week long unit. Thank you once again for making this possible for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1764692476667,"projectUrl":"project/teach-disc-golf/9815101/","projectTitle":"Teach Disc Golf","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Olson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10307733"},{"teacherId":306055,"projectId":9999732,"letterContent":"Everyone loves brand new items! The students were so excited to have brand new crayons, highlighters and markers to use for our classroom activities both independently and during small groups.\r\n\r\nThe markers were a huge hit! The students love making books and crafts with the markers. Recently, they used the markers to design a tie- dyed Earth! The crayons were very much appreciated as well because many of our crayons are broken or worn out. \r\n\r\nTeachers cannot afford to replace or replenish materials without the help of donors. Thank you for helping give my students the items they need to be successful in class!","fullyFundedDate":1768608839526,"projectUrl":"project/refresh-and-replenish/9999732/","projectTitle":"Refresh and Replenish","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp306055_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711767692632","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristie-walters"},{"teacherId":5321837,"projectId":6608922,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom. We have been able to use hands on materials such as, playdoh and dot paint markers, during math and literacy stations. We have also made numerous crafts and art work to accompany our writing over the years. We were able to replenish our construction paper and crayons stash, as we were running low. \r\n\r\nSome classwork we have been able to create with these materials include rainbows, making ten with dot markers, and handprint keepsakes with ink pads. We look forward to using items that we can in future years.","fullyFundedDate":1669739129263,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-refresh/6608922/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Parris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5321837_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y88&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646145033343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsparrisclassroom"},{"teacherId":9522968,"projectId":9913436,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the materials to help my students. The writing supplies are helping them to create amazing stories and personal journals. The pencils and pencil sharpener was well needed. It is so quit and does not distract the class from learning.\r\n\r\nWe are a Title 1 school and my students do not have personal supplies of their own, so everything you donated helps them feel confident and successful as a student. We are blessed to have a partner like you invent in their future!\r\n\r\nEvery student in my class is full of gratitude. The emoji keychains were a huge hit! When they meet their quarterly goals they get to pick one out. When they hit their daily goals they get to ring the bell. Both of these items motivate and celebrate the students learning goals.","fullyFundedDate":1764692476058,"projectUrl":"project/brave-readers-and-writers-building-conf/9913436/","projectTitle":"Brave Readers and Writers: Building Confidence Every Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Goodwin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9522968_orig.png?crop=1170,1170,x0,y93&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714429386254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9522968"},{"teacherId":10307317,"projectId":9813878,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of you, our students now have new books, snacks, and fidgets that are already making a meaningful difference in their daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe books you helped provide are opening up new worlds for our students. They are excited to explore new stories, build their reading skills, and discover characters and topics that spark their curiosity. Having engaging, high-interest books in our classroom encourages a love of reading and helps students grow in both confidence and comprehension.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have also been incredibly helpful. Many of our students need a little extra fuel to stay focused and energized throughout the day. With these snacks available, we can better support their concentration and overall well-being, which directly impacts their ability to learn and participate.\r\n\r\nThe fidgets have been a wonderful addition as well. They are helping students manage stress, improve focus, and regulate their energy in positive ways. These tools are especially beneficial during independent work and whole-group instruction, allowing students to stay engaged and successful.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity have created a more supportive, comfortable, and enriching classroom environment. We are truly grateful for your investment in our students' growth and success.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1763498232441,"projectUrl":"project/fueled-with-books-snacks-and-fidgets/9813878/","projectTitle":"Fueled with Books, Snacks, and Fidgets!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McMahan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10307317"},{"teacherId":3397523,"projectId":9813488,"letterContent":"The funding for my DonorsChoose board games project has had a meaningful, positive impact on my classroom. The new board games have increased student engagement by offering a fun, hands-on way to practice essential academic and social skills. During centers, indoor recess, and reward times, students are more focused, cooperative, and motivated to participate.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, the board games have strengthened our classroom community. Students are practicing turn-taking, problem-solving, communication, and good sportsmanship in an authentic setting. I've noticed students encouraging one another, patiently explaining the rules, and resolving minor conflicts respectfully. These experiences have helped build confidence and positive peer relationships, especially for students who may struggle in more traditional academic settings.\r\n\r\nOverall, the donated games have created a more inclusive, joyful, and collaborative learning environment. They have given students opportunities to learn through play while reinforcing critical thinking and social skills, making our classroom a more engaging and supportive place to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1764692476294,"projectUrl":"project/building-relationships-with-board-games/9813488/","projectTitle":"Building Relationships with Board Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hazeres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hazeres"},{"teacherId":306055,"projectId":9960182,"letterContent":"All of my students live to have their own materials and their own space. Through the generous donations from people like yourself, our grant was able to provide my students with their own space to hold all of their materials. The boxes are especially helpful when the students are working on the carpet.\r\n\r\nHaving these containers, I am able to plan more activities that require materials for each individual student. Creating a space for their own \"stuff\" is helpful.\r\n\r\nThank you for thinking of teachers and wanting to help classrooms like mine!","fullyFundedDate":1766586721301,"projectUrl":"project/my-station-my-materials/9960182/","projectTitle":"My Station; My Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp306055_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711767692632","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristie-walters"},{"teacherId":306055,"projectId":9805095,"letterContent":"My students love to build and create. Having opportunities and materials to foster their creativity is so important in a Pre-K classroom. Without the support of generous donors like you, these opportunities would not be possible.\r\n\r\nMy students have enjoyed exploring and working with various materials to help them think and create. The glow in the dark blocks were a huge hit! \r\n\r\nMy students love having new and different materials and I appreciate your help to provide those supplies. I will continue to offer these experiences for them to help foster their creativity. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1762267632543,"projectUrl":"project/stem-creators/9805095/","projectTitle":"STEM Creators","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp306055_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711767692632","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristie-walters"},{"teacherId":306055,"projectId":9739423,"letterContent":"Many of my students come to school with very weak fine motor skills. They also struggle using problem solving skills. I wanted to provide material that would help develop both of these skills in a fun and challenging way. \r\n\r\nThe students were so excited to see their new puzzles. These puzzles have helped build confidence; work on fine motor skills; assist with problem solving and have aided in language development. The students love taking the puzzles apart and putting them back together. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping provide these materials to boost my little learners and their skills!","fullyFundedDate":1759696749527,"projectUrl":"project/problem-solving-with-puzzles/9739423/","projectTitle":"Problem Solving With Puzzles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp306055_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711767692632","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristie-walters"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_6180","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":833,"numTeachers":53,"percentFrplEligible":57,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":22,"percentWhite":55,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":68.5,"schoolId":6180,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Knightsville Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Knightsville Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-carolina/dorchester-school-district-two/knightsville-elementary-school/6180"}