{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lake Murray Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":17.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4231433,"projectId":10220184,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and for choosing to support our classroom. Your donation of new books and reading response journals means more to our students and me than I can adequately express. Because of your kindness, our students now have more opportunities to discover new stories, strengthen their reading skills, express their ideas, and—most importantly—develop a genuine love of reading.\r\n\r\nThere is something special about putting a new book into the hands of a student. For some students, finding the right book can completely change the way they think about reading. A student who once said, \"I don't like to read,\" can suddenly become the student who asks for five more minutes because they have to find out what happens next. Your generosity gives us the ability to create more of those moments.\r\n\r\nThe books you provided will help us build a classroom environment where reading is not simply another assignment to complete. We want reading to be an opportunity to explore new places, meet interesting characters, learn about different experiences, ask questions, and discover topics that spark curiosity. Having a variety of engaging books available right in our classroom allows students to have choices and helps them begin discovering who they are as readers.\r\n\r\nThe reading response journals you donated are equally important. We want our students to do more than finish a book and put it back on the shelf. We want them to think about what they are reading.\r\n\r\nTogether, the books and journals create a powerful combination: Read. Think. Reflect. Grow.\r\n\r\nAs educators, we know that strong readers are built over time. It happens one chapter, one discussion, one journal entry, and one great book at a time. Your donation gives our students more opportunities to practice those skills every day.\r\n\r\nBut your contribution provides something beyond books and classroom supplies.\r\n\r\nIt tells our students that someone believes their education is worth investing in.\r\n\r\nPeople whom they may never meet took the time to support their classroom and provide them with resources that will help them learn and grow. That is an incredibly meaningful message for a young person to receive.\r\n\r\nThroughout this school year, these books will be opened hundreds of times. Pages will be turned. Characters will be debated. Predictions will be made. New vocabulary will be discovered. Students will recommend books to their friends. Journals will slowly fill with thoughts, questions, opinions, and ideas.\r\n\r\nAnd behind every one of those moments will be the generosity of people like you.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful that you chose to be part of our classroom community. Your support helps us create a classroom where students have access to quality books, where their ideas matter, and where reading can become something they choose to do rather than something they simply have to do.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us put more books into the hands of our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving them a place to capture their thoughts.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting literacy, curiosity, creativity, and learning.\r\n\r\nAnd most of all, thank you for believing in our students and investing in their future.\r\n\r\nWe cannot wait to see where these books take them!","fullyFundedDate":1778018446522,"projectUrl":"project/brushing-up-on-literacy-artful-reading/10220184/","projectTitle":"Brushing Up on Literacy: Artful Reading & Creative Writing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gallo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4231433_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749591444322","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4231433"},{"teacherId":4231433,"projectId":9727841,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of chair pockets and reading pillows to our 5th grade classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on our students and our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe chair pockets have helped our classroom stay organized and efficient. Students can now easily access their materials, which saves time and helps them stay focused during lessons. Having their own space for supplies has also encouraged responsibility and independence.\r\n\r\nThe reading pillows have made a big difference during independent reading and small group work. Students feel more comfortable and relaxed, which has helped them stay engaged and enjoy reading even more. Creating a cozy and welcoming learning space has increased motivation and made our classroom a place students are excited to be in every day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students are better prepared to learn, grow, and succeed. We are truly grateful for your support and for helping us create a positive and supportive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference in the lives of our 5th graders.","fullyFundedDate":1760551211259,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-and-organized-readers-chair-pocke/9727841/","projectTitle":"Comfy and Organized Readers: Chair Pockets and Cushions for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gallo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4231433_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749591444322","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4231433"},{"teacherId":53920,"projectId":9376998,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contributions to our project for \"Practicing My Best Handwriting\". The students have enjoyed using the double-sided dry erase boards during our UFLi and phonics daily since we receive them. They love using the magnets and dry erase boards to build words and writing the words using these tools.\r\n\r\nWhen we received our donations, the students were so excited to use these new tools. Having the magnetic boards and being able to write on one side and use the magnets on the others have saved the students so much time during our literacy block. Building words has been a fun activity for the students.\r\n\r\nUsing these tools has helped the students with fluency and accuracy with building words. We will continue to use these tools to build better fluency and improve letter formation.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your donations and for your patience.","fullyFundedDate":1750773619945,"projectUrl":"project/practicing-my-best-handwriting/9376998/","projectTitle":"Practicing My Best Handwriting","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Drozd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/53920"},{"teacherId":5596048,"projectId":9482380,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! Students have loved using our collaborative boards for problem solving and partner work around the room. We have been able to use these resources for writing, grammar, and math already. Using the boards, allows us to get up and out of our seats while still being engaged in learning.\r\n\r\nStudents have loved sharing the \"space\" to listen to others and grow ideas as they respond to tasks on their boards. These boards are ideal since the upright format allows for quick sharing and explaining to the class before moving to the next item. \r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our learning and caring for our class!!","fullyFundedDate":1753992645982,"projectUrl":"project/collaborative-problem-solving-in-3rd-gra/9482380/","projectTitle":"Collaborative Problem Solving in 3rd Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Apperson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5596048_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y802&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677983313260","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5596048"},{"teacherId":6496181,"projectId":8482850,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been filled with excitement, curiosity, and joy for learning! The new resources have transformed our daily routines and lessons. The clipboards have become a favorite during our \"Write the Room\" literacy activities, allowing students to move around the classroom and record their ideas freely. The magnetic letters and boards have made word-building hands-on and engaging—students love challenging each other to create new words and sentences. The new books have sparked wonderful conversations during reading groups, with students eagerly recommending stories to their friends and discovering new authors together.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with pure enthusiasm. They couldn't wait to explore everything, and it was heartwarming to watch them dive right in with such excitement. These resources have not only supported literacy and collaboration but have also helped my students take more ownership of their learning. As we continue our current unit on storytelling and character development, students are using these tools to plan and write their own illustrated stories—showcasing the confidence and creativity that your donation helped nurture. Thank you for helping us build a classroom where learning feels inspiring, empowering, and full of joy every day.","fullyFundedDate":1720391115923,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school/8482850/","projectTitle":"Back to School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shepherd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6496181_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569017764740","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6496181"},{"teacherId":4133875,"projectId":9503161,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our classroom grant so that we can begin transforming our classroom library with new and exciting books. The kids can't wait to read all the new books! They love diving into a new series and getting to know the characters! The excitement about reading continues to grow in our classroom thanks to you.\r\n\r\nThe excitement of the books have carried on past the classroom and now is evident at home! Parents have emailed asking for books to continue their reading with their children during the bedtime reading. I hope that this collection with excite my students for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1753992645967,"projectUrl":"project/new-books-for-a-new-year/9503161/","projectTitle":"New Books for a New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nunnery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4133875_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504457341409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4133875"},{"teacherId":4231433,"projectId":9249386,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our ReadWorks project through DonorsChoose! Because of your kindness, my students now have access to high-quality reading passages and resources that make learning both engaging and meaningful.\r\n\r\nAlready, I see the difference this is making in our classroom. Students are excited to explore new topics, practice their reading comprehension, and build stronger vocabulary skills. The variety of texts allows me to meet the needs of all learners—whether they need extra support or are ready to be challenged further. Most importantly, my students are gaining confidence as readers and developing a love for learning that will serve them well beyond our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only provided valuable materials but has also shown my students that there are people who care deeply about their education and future. We are so grateful for your investment in their growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1746373198906,"projectUrl":"project/engage-readers-with-storyworks/9249386/","projectTitle":"Engage Readers with Storyworks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gallo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4231433_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749591444322","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4231433"},{"teacherId":9919667,"projectId":9266626,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students and I now have the tools we need to plan, stay organized, and build the lifelong skills that will set them up for success. This is the first year my students have had number grades. These agendas have helped my students better prepare for assessments and ease some anxiety during this transition. It has been inspiring to see how something as simple as an organizational tool could make them feel so empowered and ready to take charge of their own learning.\r\n\r\nAlready, we've begun using the planners in our daily routines. During morning meetings, students use their planners to track assignments, jot down reminders, practice page numbers, and celebrate accomplishments. One student told me, \"I feel like a middle school student now. I have to keep up with my things and I know when what's going on.\" These moments show me just how much ownership they are taking over their learning, and it's clear the impact will stretch far beyond this school year.\r\n\r\nYour gift has provided more than just classroom materials; it has given my students confidence, structure, and the foundation for lifelong habits.","fullyFundedDate":1746489271012,"projectUrl":"project/planning-for-success-building-lifelong/9266626/","projectTitle":"Planning for Success: Building Lifelong Habits with Student Agendas","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weibley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9919667_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739067504100","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/meghanweibley"},{"teacherId":4231433,"projectId":9407286,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous donation of agendas for our 5th grade classroom. These agendas are already helping students stay organized, set goals, and take ownership of their learning. Each day, they use them to track assignments, plan ahead, and reflect on their progress.\r\n\r\nYour support is not only providing a valuable tool, but also teaching lifelong skills that will benefit them far beyond this school year. Thank you for investing in our students' success and making such a positive impact in their education.","fullyFundedDate":1753992646269,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-5th-graders-with-planners-for/9407286/","projectTitle":"Empowering 5th Graders with Planners for Success and Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gallo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4231433_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749591444322","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4231433"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_6859","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":841,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":28,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":75,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":4,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":5,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":82.3,"schoolId":6859,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lake Murray Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lake Murray Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-carolina/lexington-county-school-district-1/lake-murray-elementary-school/6859"}