{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Norris Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":50.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5024935,"projectId":6039062,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom. Your commitment to helping students learn and thrive is truly appreciated.\r\n\r\nMy students come to school with a wide array of backgrounds and experiences. They are kind, enthusiastic, and eager to learn, but many do not have access to basic classroom resources, and limited budgets can make it difficult to provide everything they need.\r\n\r\nNow that our school has returned to 100% in-person learning, it has been wonderful to have all of my students together again. At the same time, it presents new challenges as we work to create a classroom environment that is both safe and comfortable for everyone.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I am able to provide flexible seating options that allow students to move beyond their desks and learn in ways that best suit their needs. These seating choices give students the opportunity to work on the floor or in our classroom library comfortably, whether they are reading independently or collaborating on group projects. Additionally, each option can be easily cleaned between uses, helping us maintain a safe learning environment.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a classroom that is not only functional, but also welcoming, adaptable, and student-centered. By providing comfortable and flexible learning spaces, you are helping my students stay engaged, focused, and excited about their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1641578453196,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-learning/6039062/","projectTitle":"Comfortable Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hooper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5024935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516241145994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/josmith"},{"teacherId":5024935,"projectId":5706284,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom. Your investment in my students' learning environment is truly appreciated.\r\n\r\nMy students come to school with a wide array of backgrounds and experiences. They are caring, motivated, and eager to learn, but many lack access to basic classroom supplies, and limited budgets make it challenging to meet those needs.\r\n\r\nAs we return to in-person learning, creating a safe, organized, and efficient classroom has become more important than ever. With new procedures in place, students must remain in their table groups, and traditional shared supply systems are no longer practical. Because of your generosity, I am able to provide solutions that keep students both safe and supported.\r\n\r\nThe addition of 3-tier cube shelves for each group will give students a designated place to store their iReady books, reducing the need to carry heavy materials throughout the day. The mesh organizers will ensure that essential supplies—such as paper, pencils, markers, and scissors—are easily accessible within each group, while also providing a safe and efficient way for students to turn in their work without unnecessary movement around the room.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the replacement computer mice will ensure that students can fully participate in digital learning activities without interruption.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a classroom environment that prioritizes safety, organization, and accessibility—allowing students to focus on what matters most: learning and growing. Thank you for helping me provide a space where students feel secure, prepared, and ready to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1638396736565,"projectUrl":"project/organized-learning-community/5706284/","projectTitle":"Organized Learning Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hooper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5024935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516241145994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/josmith"},{"teacherId":5024935,"projectId":5651363,"letterContent":"limited budgets can make it difficult to provide everything they need.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I am able to continue building and sustaining our classroom economy system. In our classroom, students earn tickets by demonstrating positive behaviors such as meeting academic goals, completing classroom jobs, following PBIS expectations, and showing kindness to others. These tickets can then be used in our classroom store to purchase a variety of items, from small rewards like puzzle erasers and candy to more meaningful tools like headphones and computer mice.\r\n\r\nThis system does so much more than reward students—it teaches valuable life skills. Students learn the importance of hard work, responsibility, goal-setting, and perseverance. They begin to understand the connection between effort and success, building habits that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support makes it possible to maintain this motivating and meaningful system, helping create a positive classroom environment where students feel encouraged, empowered, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping them develop the skills they need for future success.","fullyFundedDate":1631274480018,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-store/5651363/","projectTitle":"Classroom Store","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hooper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5024935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516241145994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/josmith"},{"teacherId":5024935,"projectId":5524594,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom. Your investment in my students' education is deeply appreciated.\r\n\r\nDue to the ongoing impact of COVID, many of my students continue to learn from home. Currently, about a quarter of my class is fully virtual, while others transition between virtual and face-to-face learning depending on local conditions. This constant shift can make it challenging to keep students engaged and motivated in their studies.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I am able to continue using engaging digital tools that make learning both interactive and enjoyable. Programs like Nearpod have transformed the way I teach, allowing me to create lessons where students actively participate by answering questions, watching videos, playing games, and exploring content in meaningful ways. These interactive experiences have made a significant difference in maintaining student interest and involvement, especially during distance learning.\r\n\r\nYour support ensures that I can continue providing high-quality, engaging instruction regardless of where my students are learning. It helps bridge the gap between home and school, keeping students connected, motivated, and excited about their education.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make learning accessible, engaging, and effective for all of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1619805938965,"projectUrl":"project/nearpod-for-digital-lessons/5524594/","projectTitle":"NearPod for Digital Lessons","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hooper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5024935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516241145994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/josmith"},{"teacherId":5024935,"projectId":5651310,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom. Your kindness and commitment to education are truly appreciated.\r\n\r\nMy students come to school with a wide array of backgrounds and experiences, and they are loving, motivated, and eager to learn. However, many of them do not have access to basic school supplies, and limited budgets can make it difficult to meet these essential needs.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we are able to start the school year off right—with every student equipped for success. Providing materials such as paper, pencils, erasers, dry erase markers, and paint ensures that all students can fully participate in learning from day one. As a Title I teacher, it is incredibly important to me that no student feels unprepared or left out due to a lack of supplies.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, my students are welcomed into a classroom where a desk full of supplies is ready for them. They also have access to extra materials to take home when needed, removing barriers that might otherwise hinder their learning. Your generosity helps eliminate the need for students to worry about something as simple as not having a pencil, allowing them to focus instead on growing and achieving.\r\n\r\nYour gift is more than just supplies—it is an investment in confidence, equity, and opportunity for every child in my classroom. Thank you for helping create a supportive and prepared learning environment where all students can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1627590572132,"projectUrl":"project/basic-school-supplies-for-the-2021-2022/5651310/","projectTitle":"Basic School Supplies for the 2021-2022 School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hooper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5024935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516241145994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/josmith"},{"teacherId":5024935,"projectId":5450656,"letterContent":"My students come to school with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. They are kind, curious, and eager to learn, but many arrive without access to basic classroom resources. In addition, the challenges of COVID and our blended learning model have significantly impacted their reading habits and progress. Many of my 4th-grade students are reading less frequently and, in some cases, below grade level.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I will be able to provide engaging and accessible books for my students' Stop Everything and Read (SEAR) time and for small group, leveled instruction. These books will help foster a love of reading while supporting students at their individual levels.\r\n\r\nWith your support, my classroom library will grow to include high-interest titles such as The Mr. Terupt Series, Flora and Ulysses, and a variety of engaging picture books like Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice, Dog Man, The Mighty Mars Rover, The Name Jar, and Samuel Eaton's Day. These texts will not only strengthen reading skills but also inspire curiosity, empathy, and a lifelong love of learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping create a classroom environment where every student has access to meaningful reading opportunities. Thank you for investing in my students and empowering them to become confident, capable readers.","fullyFundedDate":1615908159071,"projectUrl":"project/stop-everything-and-read/5450656/","projectTitle":"Stop Everything and Read!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hooper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5024935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516241145994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/josmith"},{"teacherId":5024935,"projectId":5379634,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom. I truly appreciate your investment in my students and their learning experience.\r\n\r\nMy students come to school with a wide array of backgrounds and experiences, and they are loving, resilient, and eager to learn. However, many of them arrive without basic classroom supplies, and limited budgets can make it challenging to provide everything they need to succeed. Your grant helps bridge that gap in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I will be able to provide differentiated Social Studies materials as I teach 4th grade content for the first time, including resources focused on the Civil War and Westward Expansion. These materials will allow me to better meet the diverse learning needs of my students both at home and in the classroom.\r\n\r\nIn addition, your support will provide essential items such as emergency masks, ensuring students feel safe and comfortable throughout the school day. The colorful tie-dye designs will even encourage consistent use. The grant will also supply much-needed art materials like quality colored pencils and flair pens, giving students the tools they need to fully engage in creative learning activities such as shading and blending.\r\n\r\nFinally, the additional headphones will ensure that all students can fully participate in both in-person and at-home learning, even when original supplies are misplaced or left behind.\r\n\r\nYour generosity makes a direct and lasting impact on my students' ability to learn, create, and thrive. Thank you for believing in them and supporting our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1614014610219,"projectUrl":"project/mask-our-need-of-materials/5379634/","projectTitle":"Mask Our Need of Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hooper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5024935_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516241145994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/josmith"},{"teacherId":7560162,"projectId":9291117,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has truly launched into a whole new orbit of learning! The new resources from Mission to Curiosity: Building Our 4th Grade Galaxy have transformed our math lessons into hands-on, interactive experiences that keep my students fully engaged.\r\n\r\nThe moment my students walked in and saw the galaxy-themed materials for the first time, their eyes lit up like stars. One student whispered, \"It feels like we're in a real space station!\"—and that excitement has carried into every lesson since.\r\n\r\nJust this week, during our place value unit, we used our new manipulatives and visuals to \"navigate\" across different number galaxies. Students worked in small \"astronaut teams\" to solve math missions, and they were so focused and collaborative that you could feel the energy in the room. These resources have made abstract concepts concrete and fun, boosting confidence and participation for every learner.\r\n\r\nNext, our cadets will continue their \"space training\" with problem-solving challenges that combine math, reading, and science. We'll be using our galaxy station for upcoming STEM activities where students design and present their own \"math planets\" to the class.\r\n\r\nYour kindness didn't just provide supplies—it created an environment where curiosity thrives and every student feels like an important part of our learning mission. Thank you for believing in them and helping us reach for the stars.","fullyFundedDate":1749322709021,"projectUrl":"project/mission-to-curiosity-building-our-4th-g/9291117/","projectTitle":"Mission to Curiosity: Building Our 4th Grade Galaxy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dorsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7560162_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754745858936","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7560162"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50165","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":287,"numTeachers":29,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":71,"percentWhite":19,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"4 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":49.6,"schoolId":50165,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Norris Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Norris Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/mcduffie-co-school-district/norris-elementary-school/50165"}