{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"River Trail Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10063136,"projectId":10017542,"letterContent":"The addition of classroom headphones has had an immediate and meaningful impact on student learning. With reliable access to headphones, students are now able to fully engage with educational websites and digital programs without distractions. This has increased their independence during technology-based activities, allowing them to work at their own pace while staying focused on the task. Students who may have previously struggled to concentrate due to classroom noise are now better able to immerse themselves in their learning.\r\n\r\nHeadphones have been especially valuable in supporting diverse learning needs within the classroom. Many of my students benefit from text-to-speech features, and having clear, uninterrupted audio ensures they can accurately hear and process information. This has improved comprehension, particularly for students who are developing readers or who require additional support. By removing barriers to accessing content, these headphones are helping create a more inclusive learning environment where all students can succeed.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the use of headphones has contributed to a calmer and more productive classroom atmosphere. Students are more engaged, disruptions are reduced, and transitions between activities are smoother. Because students can clearly hear instructions and content through their devices, they require less redirection and are more confident in completing their work. Overall, this donation has enhanced both academic engagement and classroom management, making a lasting difference in our daily learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1776120152204,"projectUrl":"project/hear-to-learn/10017542/","projectTitle":"Hear to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10063136_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760656086094","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/boland"},{"teacherId":110086,"projectId":10174056,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this amazing donation. Teaching grammar is often such a challenge. I prefer that my students be able to build a grammar notebook that they use as a reference tool when they are writing and when they are studying. I am so grateful that these composition books have been donated. Pages don't fall out easily from this style of notebook. My students can glue graphic organizers into their books and examples that they work on.\r\n\r\nThe smaller notebooks are amazing for practicing cursive writing. This is a new skill at my grade level. The students are working so hard, and this keeps their practice all in one place, so they can easily reference earlier lessons. Thank you so much for this amazing donation to my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1776120154532,"projectUrl":"project/notebooks-for-all-occasions/10174056/","projectTitle":"Notebooks for All Occasions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sugden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp110086_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458243187905","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sugden"},{"teacherId":110086,"projectId":10179662,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for these amazing materials. We use markers and ink so much in our classroom. These Mr. Sketch Markers have already been used to create posters for student projects. The markers arrived last week, we unboxed them, and the students got right to work. \r\n\r\nFor Math, the students use dry-erase markers all the time. At this time of year, students are working on learning about graphs and charts, probability, and statistics. The multicolor markers make it possible for them to draw models on their personal whiteboards. This is so powerful, especially when they are working in groups or partners.\r\n\r\nThe printer ink is a truly special gift at this time of the school year. Our printer was running so low. I use our classroom printer to print out student work and also student rewards like our school \"otter trading cards\". The students are so excited to be able to collect these reward cards for their accomplishments. Thank you for these amazing supplies.","fullyFundedDate":1776117079074,"projectUrl":"project/brighten-our-world/10179662/","projectTitle":"Brighten Our World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sugden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp110086_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458243187905","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sugden"},{"teacherId":110086,"projectId":10174004,"letterContent":"My students are already so excited about these materials. I have been busily assembling, labeling and creating inventory sheets for these supplies. \r\n\r\nEach table group is getting color-coded pencil pouches with colored-pencils, markers, flair-pens, and highlighters. All of the tools they need are right at their fingertips. The group supply kit fosters an environment where sharing is required and community is valued.\r\n\r\nThe inventory sheets hold students accountable for keeping track of the supplies. They are thrilled to have these amazing supplies to end the school year with. These will be great for all of our end of year projects.","fullyFundedDate":1776120155457,"projectUrl":"project/making-writing-fun/10174004/","projectTitle":"Making Writing Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sugden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp110086_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458243187905","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sugden"},{"teacherId":10063136,"projectId":10017568,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing educational games for our classroom. Your contribution has truly made a meaningful impact on our students' daily learning experience. It has been such a joy to incorporate these games into our routine, and they have quickly become a favorite part of the day.\r\n\r\nBeyond the fun, these games have helped foster collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity among our students. We've seen increased engagement, confidence, and excitement as they learn through play. The smiles, laughter, and \"aha\" moments are a direct reflection of your generosity.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your kindness and investment in our students' growth. Your support is helping create a positive and enriching learning environment that they will benefit from every day.","fullyFundedDate":1776120151957,"projectUrl":"project/games-that-support-every-learner/10017568/","projectTitle":"Games That Support Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10063136_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760656086094","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/boland"},{"teacherId":4504627,"projectId":9909500,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating books to our classroom. We are always looking for more books for our reading classroom, and this donation has helped do just that.\r\n\r\nThe students get so excited to read and share the new books. It truly helps to keep students engaged and interested in reading by providing new and exciting titles. We've used these books as independent reading, in book clubs, and as read alouds to discuss and practice strategies.\r\n\r\nThank you for adding to our classroom library. Your donation helps me foster a love of reading in my fifth grade classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764703122896,"projectUrl":"project/books-i-do-adore/9909500/","projectTitle":"Books I Do Adore","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4504627_orig.jpg?crop=1891,1891,x316,y95&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669847527152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/reagan-taylor"},{"teacherId":8802478,"projectId":9922488,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom Sphero Bots. Because of you, my students experienced Westward Expansion in a way they will never forget. They programmed the bots to act as covered wagons, navigating rivers, mountains, and plains just like pioneers. Watching them collaborate, problem-solve, and persevere through challenges was incredible. Students who are usually quiet became leaders, engineers, and coders. You gave them more than technology — you gave them confidence, creativity, and excitement for learning. I am deeply grateful for the opportunities you have provided my students.","fullyFundedDate":1764690402293,"projectUrl":"project/sphero-bots/9922488/","projectTitle":"Sphero Bots","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gamble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8802478_orig.jpg?crop=1128,1128,x927,y846&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666028831085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/doodlemom"},{"teacherId":9925716,"projectId":9883857,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our Magna-Tiles project. Your gift has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, supporting not only academic learning but also my students' social and emotional growth.\r\n\r\nThese hands-on experiences have helped foster a positive classroom community where students feel safe to express themselves and allow for opportunities to further strengthen our student-teacher relationship. I've had some really great conversations with my students while we work together to create some masterpieces (We may even have some engineers in the future)!\r\n\r\nThe excitement and engagement around these activities have helped my students feel more connected to school. They also feel pride in what they have created because they get to leave it up for other students to see and compliment! It gives them something to look forward to. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly enriched our classroom and created opportunities for growth that extend far beyond the materials themselves. Thank you for investing in my students and supporting their development as learners and as individuals.","fullyFundedDate":1763671768152,"projectUrl":"project/future-engineers-at-work-creating-with/9883857/","projectTitle":"Future Engineers at Work: Creating with Magna-Tiles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rambazis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9925716_orig.jpg?crop=1267,1267,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739761241064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9925716"},{"teacherId":10063136,"projectId":9874798,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of fidgets to our classroom. The students were beyond excited when they saw them being added, and their enthusiasm was truly heartwarming. It meant so much to see how quickly they gravitated toward them and made them part of their daily routine.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the fidgets, we have already seen a positive impact in our classroom. They have helped students regulate their energy, stay focused during lessons, and feel more comfortable and supported throughout the day. These small tools have made a big difference in creating a calm and engaging learning environment.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support directly benefit our students each and every day. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and for believing in our classroom. Thank you for helping us create a space where all students can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1767497707162,"projectUrl":"project/fidgets-that-fuel-learning/9874798/","projectTitle":"Fidgets that Fuel Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10063136_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760656086094","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/boland"},{"teacherId":8635418,"projectId":9339558,"letterContent":"The board games and indoor recess activities you provided have brought so much joy, cooperation, and connection to our classroom. We use the games daily during morning meetings as a way to build community, practice social skills, and start the day with positive interactions. During indoor recess, the games have been a lifesaver—they give students meaningful, screen-free ways to play, problem-solve, and work together. One of my favorite moments so far was watching a group of students who don't normally interact come together over a cooperative game. They encouraged one another, took turns, and celebrated their win as a team. It was the perfect example of how play builds confidence and friendships.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, the room filled with excitement. They instantly gravitated toward the bright boxes and begged to try everything at once. Many of them recognized games they've played at home, and they happily taught their classmates the rules. Others discovered brand-new favorites and showed genuine pride when they mastered new strategies or solved tricky problems. The joy was immediate and contagious and that excitement has continued every day since.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, these materials now play an important role in several parts of our learning routine. As we move into upcoming lessons focused on teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, the games will help us practice these skills in a hands-on, meaningful way. Your support has given my students opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow socially and emotionally. Thank you for giving them tools that make every school day a little brighter.","fullyFundedDate":1755693034445,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-steam-games-for-mornings-and-in/9339558/","projectTitle":"Hands On STEAM Games for Mornings and Indoor Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Willets","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8635418_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695645811365","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8635418"},{"teacherId":8635418,"projectId":9505968,"letterContent":"The bounce chairs have made an incredible difference in our classroom. My students absolutely love them, and they've quickly become a valuable part of our flexible-seating routine. Instead of feeling confined to a traditional desk, students can choose a bounce chair when they need a little movement to help them focus. This small shift has transformed the energy in our room students are more engaged, more comfortable, and more confident choosing what works best for their learning.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments so far happened during our small-group reading rotations. A student who often struggles to sit still asked if he could try a bounce chair. Within minutes, he settled into the text and stayed focused for the entire rotation. He later told me, \"This helps my brain!\" Moments like that reinforce how powerful the right environment can be.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the chairs, their faces lit up with excitement. They hovered around them, eager to test them out, and the classroom buzzed with curiosity and enthusiasm. Very quickly, they learned how to use them responsibly and even began helping each other find the seating option that best supported their learning style.\r\n\r\nThanks to this project, we are now moving into more collaborative activities where flexible seating plays an important role. Students are practicing independence by choosing the tools and spaces that help them succeed during writing workshops, partner tasks, and group projects. These chairs have not only improved focus—they've empowered my students to take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students this opportunity. Your generosity is felt every single day in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755693032488,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-focused-minds/9505968/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Willets","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8635418_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695645811365","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8635418"},{"teacherId":8802478,"projectId":9460069,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of novel sets to our 5th-grade classroom. Your support has created exciting new opportunities for my students to grow as readers, thinkers, and collaborators. With multiple copies of the same texts, students can participate in rich book discussions, small-group literature circles, and deeper comprehension activities that weren't possible before. These novels are already sparking enthusiasm, encouraging reluctant readers, and helping students build confidence as they explore new genres and perspectives. Your gift will have a lasting impact on our classroom community, and we are truly grateful for the investment you've made in our students' learning.","fullyFundedDate":1755693034562,"projectUrl":"project/high-interest-series/9460069/","projectTitle":"High -Interest Series","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gamble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8802478_orig.jpg?crop=1128,1128,x927,y846&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666028831085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/doodlemom"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_126535","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":704,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":12,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":68,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":69.8,"schoolId":126535,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about River Trail Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"River Trail Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-carolina/york-csd-4-fort-mills-schools/river-trail-elementary-school/126535"}