{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lois Harrison - Jones Elementary","outOfStateSupporters":25.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2883900,"projectId":9662588,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my counsleing office is filled with new SEL books and plush emotional dolls that are already making a real difference. My students use them every day—during morning check-ins, small groups, or quiet moments in my office when they need help understanding or managing their feelings.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments happened the day the materials arrived. Some of my students gathered around the boxes in my office with huge smiles, pulling out books and plush emotion dolls like treasures. One student whispered, \"This makes me feel calm, peaceful, and understood.\" That alone showed me how meaningful your gift truly is.\r\n\r\nThe container are used for storing some of my calming tools, books, and SEL games. The rolling cart is used for my small group/individual counseling time because it stores a lot of my Social-Emotional Learning activities.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools to understand themselves and care for one another. Your kindness is shaping my counseling office in the most beautiful way.","fullyFundedDate":1758116538268,"projectUrl":"project/help-students-build-stronger-minds-and-k/9662588/","projectTitle":"Help Students Build Stronger Minds and Kinder Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cauthorne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2883900_orig.png?crop=272,272,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658526106483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ingrid-cauthorne"},{"teacherId":7874096,"projectId":9525418,"letterContent":"The impact you made on my classroom has already made a HUGE difference. The art room here is small but mighty in the students it serves on a daily basis. The rainbow carpet has given us another usable space in the art room that otherwise was not usable before! Students are able to bring a clipboard and work closely to the board, I am able to have closer class discussions with students there, and for dismissal time we are able to spread out more comfortably to wait to go home. \r\nThe rubber mats that I have in the back of the classroom are also an absolute essential! That you for providing this for us. It has also added comfort to the room, but not only comfort but SAFETY! I no longer worry now about water spills near the sink creating a slip hazard. We are safe and dry thanks to this flooring solution. \r\nLastly, by donating to this project, I am so grateful to you most impotantly for the SUPPORT I was shown with this project. It means that my students and I are cared for and seen by the community and we are happy very much grateful for all that you have helpd make happen!","fullyFundedDate":1754424226581,"projectUrl":"project/rug-and-mats-for-the-art-room/9525418/","projectTitle":"Rug and Mats for the Art Room!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hunnicutt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7874096_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721747284765","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7874096"},{"teacherId":5800094,"projectId":9586610,"letterContent":"We had our first strategy game day the week of Halloween. It was a hit with the new games. They immediately asked when they would game day again. Students immediately dove into Machi Koro and quickly learned how to navigate how they could monopolize resources and outwit their peers. Another favorite was Ticket to Ride where students raced to claim the biggest and longest routes on the game board.\r\n My independent thinkers really loved Rush Hour and Atlantis Escape. These solo games allow my non competitive learners to work at their own pace. \r\n Outnumbered and Mustachio are games that students want to try out next time. I am so grateful for your generosity and I wish you could have seen their excitement when I debutted the new games. These games are more than just an opportunity to collaborate with others. These games require quick wit, skill development, logical thinking, and strategic plays. These games will be well played and loved for years to come. \r\n\r\nThank you again for making this project come to life!","fullyFundedDate":1755859322994,"projectUrl":"project/using-strategy-games-to-promote-critical/9586610/","projectTitle":"Using Strategy Games to Promote Critical Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5800094_orig.jpg?crop=1697,1697,x408,y783&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1602695961889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5800094"},{"teacherId":9490610,"projectId":9367362,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our school clothing closet project! Because of your generosity, we are able to create a well-organized, welcoming space where students can access clean clothing, shoes, and essentials with dignity and ease.\r\nThis project is already helping to remove barriers that many of our students face, giving them the confidence and comfort they need to focus on learning. With the shelves, bins, and storage tools you helped provide, we can keep donations organized and accessible, ensuring that every student who needs support can find it quickly and privately.\r\nYour kindness has turned this idea into a resource that will make a lasting difference in our school community. Thank you for investing in our students' well-being and for helping us provide not just clothing, but also care, respect, and hope.","fullyFundedDate":1752763709586,"projectUrl":"project/organized-empowered-building-our-scho/9367362/","projectTitle":"Organized & Empowered: Building Our School Clothing Closet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mahogany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9490610_orig.jpg?crop=1612,1613,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723054378820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9490610"},{"teacherId":9490610,"projectId":9387671,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our calm-down space project! Because of your generosity, my students will now have a safe and welcoming place to go when they are feeling overwhelmed. The addition of a comfortable couch, calming tools, and mindfulness activities creates an environment where students can reflect, reset, and return to learning with a clearer mind.\r\nThis space has already made a difference in fostering emotional resilience and teaching healthy coping strategies. It gives students the chance to feel seen, supported, and safe—needs that are just as important as academics.\r\nYour kindness has turned an idea into a reality that will positively impact my students every day. Thank you for believing in their well-being and helping us create a classroom community filled with care, understanding, and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1752763709604,"projectUrl":"project/sofas-support-a-space-to-breathe/9387671/","projectTitle":"Sofas & Support: a Space to Breathe","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mahogany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9490610_orig.jpg?crop=1612,1613,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723054378820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9490610"},{"teacherId":9490610,"projectId":9380782,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our school store rewards project! Because of your generosity, students now have exciting and meaningful incentives that celebrate their hard work, positive choices, and perseverance.\r\nThese rewards are more than just prizes—they motivate students to stay focused, build good habits, and take pride in their growth. The school store has become a place where students feel recognized and encouraged, which strengthens both our school community and their confidence as learners.\r\nYour kindness has made it possible for us to turn everyday achievements into celebrations. Thank you for investing in our students and helping create a culture of encouragement and success!","fullyFundedDate":1750954092693,"projectUrl":"project/rewarding-positive-choices-at-our-school/9380782/","projectTitle":"Rewarding Positive Choices at Our School Store","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mahogany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9490610_orig.jpg?crop=1612,1613,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723054378820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9490610"},{"teacherId":9490610,"projectId":9351954,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Reading Our Way to Resilience! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to books that not only build their reading skills but also inspire resilience, empathy, and confidence.\r\nThrough these stories, students are discovering new ways to cope with challenges, connect with characters who reflect their own experiences, and develop the perseverance they need both in and out of the classroom. This project has opened doors for meaningful conversations and has given my students tools to grow socially, emotionally, and academically.\r\nYour kindness has made it possible for us to use reading as a pathway to strength and resilience. Thank you for believing in my students and for helping create a learning environment where every child can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1749151216134,"projectUrl":"project/reading-our-way-to-resilience/9351954/","projectTitle":"Reading Our Way to Resilience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mahogany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9490610_orig.jpg?crop=1612,1613,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723054378820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9490610"},{"teacherId":9490610,"projectId":9301489,"letterContent":"hank you so much for supporting my project! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to sensory tools and calming supports that make a real difference in their daily lives. Items like fidgets, plushies, and noise-reducing headphones are helping students manage big emotions, regain focus, and return to learning with confidence.\r\nThis project has created a safe and supportive environment where students can practice self-regulation, empathy, and resilience. The positive rewards also encourage them to build healthy coping skills and strengthen relationships, which are just as important as academics.\r\nYour kindness has provided my students with tools that aren't just \"extras\" but true essentials for their social, emotional, and academic growth. Thank you for believing in the importance of nurturing the whole child and for helping us create a classroom filled with care, calmness, and connection.\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1746456519598,"projectUrl":"project/focus-forward-tools-for-calmness-and-cl/9301489/","projectTitle":"Focus Forward: Tools for Calmness and Clarity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mahogany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9490610_orig.jpg?crop=1612,1613,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723054378820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9490610"},{"teacherId":9490610,"projectId":9295260,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, Great Spaces! Because of your generosity, my students will now have access to a calming area in our classroom—a safe space where they can reset, manage their emotions, and return to learning ready to succeed.\r\nThis space will make a huge difference for students who may be overwhelmed or need a quiet moment during the school day. The tools and materials you've helped provide will not only support their social-emotional growth but also foster a classroom environment where every child feels cared for and supported.\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and belief in the importance of nurturing the whole child. Thank you for investing in my students' well-being and helping us build a classroom where every learner can thrive.\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1746476941466,"projectUrl":"project/great-spaces/9295260/","projectTitle":"Great Spaces!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mahogany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9490610_orig.jpg?crop=1612,1613,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723054378820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9490610"},{"teacherId":6098536,"projectId":9146148,"letterContent":"We did it! My excitement for a student news team was so high that I opened applications in April, assembled a fantastic group of 4th graders, and by May, we were already producing weekly announcement videos. The response from students and teachers has been overwhelmingly positive! As the school year wraps up, it's clear our team has gained so many valuable skills.\r\n\r\nWe've organized into two teams of three main anchors, complemented by dedicated writers and creative editors. What's truly exciting is the incredible dedication these students show. They absolutely love picking the perfect music for weather transitions, collaborating on scripts, and our anchors are just so animated on screen. I genuinely can't wait to see how much this program grows next year. I don't even think they realize how much they're learning!\r\n\r\nOur deepest thanks again for your extraordinary generosity! This program is already proving to be a vibrant addition to our school's culture, creating a space where students are enthusiastically taking the lead. They're not just reading scripts; they're actively using their voices to build community and uplift one another. Your contribution is making this powerful student-led movement possible.","fullyFundedDate":1741694330592,"projectUrl":"project/building-community-through-student-news/9146148/","projectTitle":"Building Community through Student News Broadcast","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aida","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6098536_orig.png?crop=325,325,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634906626317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6098536"},{"teacherId":9490610,"projectId":8798614,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project. Thanks to you, my students received valuable SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) materials including books, crochet kits, and flexible seating—and the impact has been truly incredible.\r\n\r\nThe SEL books sparked meaningful conversations and helped students connect with characters and emotions in ways that strengthened their empathy and understanding. The crochet kits became not just a creative outlet, but also a calming activity that gave students a sense of accomplishment and pride. And the flexible seating allowed for a more comfortable, welcoming classroom environment where students felt safe and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThese resources have made a noticeable difference in my students' emotional well-being and daily school experience. They are more engaged, more reflective, and more confident—thanks to your kindness and support.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in my students' growth.","fullyFundedDate":1730650134139,"projectUrl":"project/being-calm-is-the-bomb/8798614/","projectTitle":"Being Calm Is the Bomb!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mahogany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9490610_orig.jpg?crop=1612,1613,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723054378820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9490610"},{"teacherId":9490610,"projectId":8579799,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest thanks for your generous support in providing hygiene materials, such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, and snacks, for my elementary school students. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in their lives.\r\n\r\nMany of our students come to school each day facing challenges that go beyond the classroom. Thanks to your donation, they now have access to essential items that support their well-being, dignity, and confidence. These materials not only met physical needs but also helped foster a sense of care, belonging, and self-respect.\r\n\r\nSeveral students shared how excited they were to have their own hygiene kits—something many of us might take for granted. Teachers and staff have also noticed a positive shift in students' self-esteem and overall attitude at school.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has gone far beyond supplies; it's helped build a stronger, more compassionate school community.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a part of this journey and for showing our students that they are seen, valued, and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1726148472769,"projectUrl":"project/extra-clean/8579799/","projectTitle":"Extra Clean!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mahogany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9490610_orig.jpg?crop=1612,1613,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723054378820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9490610"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_34955","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":262,"numTeachers":17,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":43,"percentWhite":37,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":74.2,"schoolId":34955,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lois Harrison - Jones Elementary on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lois Harrison - Jones Elementary","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/richmond-public-school-dist/john-b-cary-elementary-school/34955"}