{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Richmond Drive Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":52.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10059514,"projectId":9905012,"letterContent":"Words cannot express the excitement in my classroom when our books arrived. My students eagerly waited for each package to be opened and cheered as I held each book up. All of my students now have access to Spanish novels on various levels and no longer have to wait a week to visit the school library to find a book written in their language. \r\nI have many students who are English language learners, and this is just one small way that they are feeling more and more at home in our school. Not surprisingly I also had several English speaking students who are using those books as well to learn a second language. \r\nIt is with great gratitude that I write this letter and thank you for your kind donation.","fullyFundedDate":1764719286413,"projectUrl":"project/spanish-library-starter-pack/9905012/","projectTitle":"Spanish Library Starter Pack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cartledge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059514"},{"teacherId":7452383,"projectId":9495458,"letterContent":"We are using the funded snacks daily as part of our classroom routine to support focus, energy, and a sense of community. One especially meaningful moment was during a long instructional block when students were able to grab a snack and immediately re-engage with the lesson. Instead of feeling distracted or tired, they settled in, shared quietly, and stayed on task. The snacks have become a reliable support that helps students feel comfortable and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe students were genuinely excited and grateful when they first saw the snacks. Many smiled, said thank you, and immediately began talking about how it would help them get through the day. A few students shared that having a snack at school helps them concentrate better, and others were simply relieved knowing they wouldn't have to worry about feeling hungry during class.\r\n\r\nAs we continue working through our current lessons, the snacks will remain an important part of our classroom environment. They allow students to stay focused during independent work, small-group activities, and assessments. Knowing their basic needs are met helps students build confidence, participate more actively, and take greater ownership of their learning. These snacks will continue to support academic growth and positive classroom behavior throughout the year.\r\n\r\nThank you to our donors for helping make our students' days more successful and comfortable!","fullyFundedDate":1757532282476,"projectUrl":"project/brain-fuel-for-little-learners/9495458/","projectTitle":"Brain Fuel for Little Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7452383"},{"teacherId":9379246,"projectId":9440186,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Because of your donation, my students have had the joy of reading exciting and funny books like Dog Man, The Bad Guys, and Mercy Watson. These stories have truly sparked a love of reading in our classroom.\r\n\r\nIt's amazing to see how engaged and focused my students are during reading time now. They can't wait to pick up a book, and many even ask if they can keep reading when it's time to move on! The room becomes quiet and calm as everyone dives into their stories — a sign of how much they're enjoying learning.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a real difference. You've helped create a classroom of readers who are excited, curious, and motivated every day.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1754346506721,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-build-a-love-for-reading/9440186/","projectTitle":"Help Us Build a Love for Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9379246"},{"teacherId":9379246,"projectId":9423737,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! The rug is absolutely beautiful, and my students love it. We now spend so much time gathered together on the carpet—whether it's for whole-class reading, independent reading, or carpet time activities.\r\n\r\nIt has quickly become the heart of our classroom. We use it daily for structured literacy lessons, where students can sit comfortably and stay engaged while we learn together. It's also the perfect spot for brain breaks, partner work, and group discussions. The rug gives us a shared space that makes learning more interactive, fun, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has transformed our classroom environment, and we are so grateful for the joy and community this rug has brought into our learning each day.","fullyFundedDate":1751149833837,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-rug/9423737/","projectTitle":"Classroom Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9379246"},{"teacherId":10059514,"projectId":9531044,"letterContent":"The packages arrived one at a time and with each one my students were overjoyed! They unpacked each one, and were so excited to see the choices they will have on the next indoor recess! They loved the baby wipes , putting them in the fridge to refresh after a hot day is my trick! Even the tissues were a hit since we only had 2 boxes to start the year. \r\nWe have started an indoor recess shelf and have used the materials already a few times. It's amazing how a simple game of tic tac toe , or a build your own structure toy can lift their spirits when they can't go outside. Thank you again for giving my class some much needed support!","fullyFundedDate":1755711636070,"projectUrl":"project/tech-free-recess/9531044/","projectTitle":"Tech-Free Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cartledge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059514"},{"teacherId":10059514,"projectId":9422848,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to see our principal walk through our door the first week of school carrying a long rolled up package. They helped unwrap it and were happy to have a brand new rug to sit on! We have only been in school for a few days and already they gravitate towards the rug to watch video clips, have class discussions, participate in our morning meetings, and play math games. \r\nAs our year progresses I know that they will continue to use it as a space to learn and explore! Thank you for the kind donations!","fullyFundedDate":1751149833954,"projectUrl":"project/learning-space-for-a-title-1-fourth-grad/9422848/","projectTitle":"Learning Space for a Title 1 Fourth Grade Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cartledge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059514"},{"teacherId":9072432,"projectId":8462805,"letterContent":"Every year teachers fill their classrooms with new textbooks, notebooks, workbooks, pencils, the many things that students need to get through their learning day. Those are all so important; also important is creating a creative, inspiring, safe space for every student to learn. Creating a welcoming classroom with comfy spaces, reading buddies (stuffies), calming items and a place to think, along with alternative places to learn, and uplifting decor are all a part of that environment. The details are all what make our learning day, well OURS ; )\r\nThank you so much for your generous gifts for our classroom. Our rainbow items really make it a happy space.","fullyFundedDate":1722435334210,"projectUrl":"project/sunshine-rainbows/8462805/","projectTitle":"Sunshine & Rainbows","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9072432_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751563905388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9072432"},{"teacherId":9072432,"projectId":8466064,"letterContent":"Of all the things we do as teachers, getting to know our students and building relationships is the most important of all. It helps us learn what they enjoy doing and learning about. Having a variety of books for the diverse interests of our students is so important. It means so much to a child to find THEIR niche when it comes to reading. Some like Junie B Jones while others can't get enough DogMan and some prefer Pete the Cat to Bad Kitty. Many enjoy learning everything they can about dinosaurs while others want to learn everything about everything. Having books that spark an interest is the main reason teachers have such a variety and so many books......that and our inability to pass by every garage sale that might have something for our class ; ) I am so thankful for your generosity. The books you have donated to our classroom will delight young readers for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1719606208016,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-fun/8466064/","projectTitle":"Reading Is Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9072432_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751563905388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9072432"},{"teacherId":9072432,"projectId":8466033,"letterContent":"Of all the things we do as teachers, getting to know our students and building relationships is the most important of all. It helps us learn what they enjoy doing and learning about. Having a variety of books for the diverse interests of our students is so important. It means so much to a child to find THEIR niche when it comes to reading. Some like Junie B Jones while others can't get enough DogMan and some prefer Pete the Cat to Bad Kitty. Many enjoy learning everything they can about dinosaurs while others want to learn everything about everything. Having books that spark an interest is the main reason teachers have such a variety and so many books......that and our inability to pass by every garage sale that might have something for our class ; ) I am so thankful for your generosity. The books you have donated to our classroom will delight young readers for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1719419012326,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-fun/8466033/","projectTitle":"Reading Is Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9072432_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751563905388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9072432"},{"teacherId":9072432,"projectId":8465919,"letterContent":"Of all the things we do as teachers, getting to know our students and building relationships is the most important of all. It helps us learn what they enjoy doing and learning about. Having a variety of books for the diverse interests of our students is so important. It means so much to a child to find THEIR niche when it comes to reading. Some like Junie B Jones while others can't get enough DogMan and some prefer Pete the Cat to Bad Kitty. Many enjoy learning everything they can about dinosaurs while others want to learn everything about everything. Having books that spark an interest is the main reason teachers have such a variety and so many books......that and our inability to pass by every garage sale that might have something for our class ; ) I am so thankful for your generosity. The books you have donated to our classroom will delight young readers for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1719419012271,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-fun/8465919/","projectTitle":"Reading Is Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9072432_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751563905388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9072432"},{"teacherId":9072432,"projectId":8462930,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations that have helped our students become classroom leaders. Every student has a job that helps keep our classroom community working. The two favorites and most applied for positions were pencil sharpeners and using the non electric sweeper for the rug. The small brooms and dustpans were also a hit. Parents are always amazed at how their students want to clean up at school 😊Every student got to request their top three jobs every month and by the end of the year they had all had turns with every job. It's amazing how they have grown in leadership. Thank you again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1719606208048,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-leaders-become-community-lead/8462930/","projectTitle":"Classroom Leaders Become Community Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9072432_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751563905388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9072432"},{"teacherId":9072432,"projectId":8460877,"letterContent":"Our second graders absolutely went wild over using their garden tools. We started some seeds inside in small greenhouse bags, then moved those to cups with soil, then students planted them in our garden beds on campus. We weeded and cared for our plants all year, not just spring planting season. We were even able to do a pine tree experiment to go with one of our reading stories. Two classes used our garden kits already and we hope for all to use in the future. Because our timing was a little late we did not get to use in an economics/money unit but hope to next year. Thank you again for your generosity. It is such a wonder filled experience for our students who don't typically get to put their hands in soil and touch bugs. Introducing them to the ecosystem is so much fun. Next year we hope to create our own composte bin.","fullyFundedDate":1719606209836,"projectUrl":"project/second-grade-second-grade-how-does-you/8460877/","projectTitle":"Second Grade, Second Grade: How Does Your Garden Grow?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9072432_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751563905388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9072432"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_6927","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":467,"numTeachers":40,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":50,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":25,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":47.8,"schoolId":6927,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Richmond Drive Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Richmond Drive Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-carolina/rock-hill-schools-york-county-district/richmond-drive-elementary-school/6927"}