{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Naomi Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":25.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8503198,"projectId":10496259,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom pantry is now fully stocked with nutritious, kid-friendly snacks! Your support has immediately transformed our daily classroom routine, creating a comforting and predictable environment where our elementary students can thrive.\r\n\r\nWhen the packages first arrived, the excitement in our room was contagious. For many of our learners who thrive on visual structure and routine, seeing a clear, abundant supply of familiar foods immediately brought a sense of calm and safety.\r\nStudents cheered and clapped. The immediate joy was a wonderful reminder of how much comfort a simple, reliable daily routine can bring to a child's day.\r\n\r\nWe are using these resources every single day as an opportunity for real world learning applications. Snack time is no longer just a break—it is a hands-on learning center where students practice goals.\r\n\r\nDuring our afternoon transition block, we set up our interactive \"Snack Station.\" Each student visits the station to select their daily snack. Recently, one of our non-verbal students used their AAC device (speech-generating tablet) to independently navigate to the food screen, press the icons for \"eat\". \r\n\r\nAfter securing the snack, the student worked on fine motor skills by opening the pouch independently before joining classmates at the table. Seeing our students share laughs, practice social greetings, and celebrate opening their own packaging has been incredible. Having these reliable snacks gives us daily, meaningful opportunities to celebrate these small yet profound victories.\r\n\r\nNow that our snack supply is established, our students are taking the next step in their learning journey: launching our student-run Classroom Snack Cart.\r\n\r\nBuilding on the independence they have practiced, our students will take on new roles to practice applied math, organization, and social skills:\r\n\r\nSorting & Inventory: Students will sort snacks by category (crunchy, fruit, allergen-free) and count inventory to practice basic math and categorization.\r\n\r\nPeer Communication & Orders: Using visual choice boards and communication devices, students will practice taking \"orders\" from classmates and delivering snacks \r\n\r\nWe are incorporating quick snack breaks into our sensory regulation breaks, teaching students to identify when their bodies need energy to refocus before starting challenging reading or math tasks.\r\n\r\nYour contribution went far beyond buying food—you provided the tools for our students to practice independence, communicate their needs, and feel fully supported every day. Thank you for making a lasting impact in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1790973014069,"projectUrl":"project/little-snacks-big-impact/10496259/","projectTitle":"Little Snacks, Big Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Newberry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8503198_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719498079829","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8503198"},{"teacherId":9032715,"projectId":10331966,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us bring a Toniebox into our learning environment! My students have loved having this new addition to our classroom. We use the Toniebox during our reading stations to give students the opportunity to listen to stories independently. It has been especially helpful for my students who struggle with reading because they can enjoy stories, build listening comprehension, and develop a love for books without feeling frustrated by words they cannot read yet.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the Toniebox, they were so excited! They couldn't wait to see how it worked and listen to the different stories. One of my favorite things has been watching students become more independent as they learn to use it on their own. It has also given them another fun and engaging way to practice important literacy skills while working in small groups.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, we plan to use the Toniebox to strengthen listening comprehension, story retelling, and vocabulary. My goal is to continue building a classroom where every student, regardless of their reading ability, can experience the joy of stories. Your generosity has helped make that possible! Thank you for investing in my students and giving them a resource that will benefit our classroom for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1781194308756,"projectUrl":"project/tonies-in-the-classroom/10331966/","projectTitle":"Tonies in The Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stanley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9032715_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716130029587","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9032715"},{"teacherId":10039395,"projectId":10169774,"letterContent":"Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to get sound proofing for our classroom.\r\nDue to emotional and sensory needs, our students would highly benefit from the use of noise-cancelling-headphones but sometimes struggle with the sensation of wearing the headphones. This paneling will allow us and our students to continue classroom procedures without the worry of hearing health. Our classroom neighbors have noticed a difference as well and were able to continue with their instruction without distraction from our day-to-day's fluctuating volumes.","fullyFundedDate":1775781350954,"projectUrl":"project/loud-victories/10169774/","projectTitle":"Loud Victories","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10039395_orig.jpg?crop=375,375,x151,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749174239366","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-aubrie-hall"},{"teacherId":10039395,"projectId":9366777,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for our new centers! Students use this equipment everyday for pretend play. Their favorite things to play with are the kitchen tools and food; pretending to cook meals and serving them to myself and our paraprofessional. One of our students particularly enjoys doing the laundry and ironing out clothes. Another student enjoys using the food toys as props for storefronts and will take everyone's orders. We love getting to see them use their imaginations.\r\n\r\nOur students could hardly wait to tear into these new toys and discover all of the different props. They love the toys and props so much, we often have to remind them to keep them within the appropriate play center so we don't lose anything. What a blessing to have so many lovely things that they can get lost in.","fullyFundedDate":1759513201405,"projectUrl":"project/daily-living-skills-learning-through-pl/9366777/","projectTitle":"Daily Living Skills: Learning through Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10039395_orig.jpg?crop=375,375,x151,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749174239366","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-aubrie-hall"},{"teacherId":8503198,"projectId":9519854,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of task box organization materials. Your support is already making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, we are able to create structured, accessible task boxes that promote independence, confidence, and skill development. These organized materials help individuals engage in hands-on learning, build routines, and experience success at their own pace—often in ways that were not possible before.\r\n\r\nYour donation directly supports our mission by ensuring that participants have the tools they need to stay focused, feel empowered, and reach their personal goals. Whether used in classrooms, therapy settings, or daily living environments, these task boxes provide consistency and opportunity where it matters most.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your belief in our work and for investing in solutions that have a lasting, practical impact. Thank you for being a valued partner in helping us create more inclusive and supportive learning environments.","fullyFundedDate":1761105659820,"projectUrl":"project/box-of-possibilities/9519854/","projectTitle":"Box of Possibilities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Newberry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8503198_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719498079829","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8503198"},{"teacherId":9032715,"projectId":9213227,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring fidgets into our second-grade classroom! My students were so excited when they saw the new fidgets and couldn't wait to try them out! These resources have been a wonderful addition to our classroom, especially for students who have difficulty staying focused, sitting still, or managing big emotions throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the fidgets as tools to help students stay engaged during lessons, small-group instruction, and independent work. They give students a way to keep their hands busy while still focusing on learning. One of my favorite things about having these resources is being able to offer students different strategies to help them be successful. Every child learns differently, and sometimes something as simple as having a fidget can make a big difference in their ability to participate and complete their work.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue teaching students how to use fidgets as learning tools rather than toys. My goal is for students to begin recognizing when they need a little extra support and independently choose strategies that help them stay focused and regulated. These are skills that will benefit them far beyond second grade!\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and helping me create a classroom where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Your generosity is making a difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful! ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1746786139706,"projectUrl":"project/fidgets-for-2nd-grade/9213227/","projectTitle":"Fidgets For 2nd Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stanley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9032715_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716130029587","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9032715"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50684","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":328,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":88,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":3,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":74.6,"schoolId":50684,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Naomi Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Naomi Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/walker-county-school-district/naomi-elementary-school/50684"}