{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Nora Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":578013,"projectId":9606006,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project. The students were really happy to see all of the new stem and creative games and play with them during the first morning hours and recently our chilly weather for indoor games and activities. The students are thrilled to see a couple of new class set titles that we get to add to our reading collection this year. Students always enjoy reading together and discussing their books. With enough copies, I never have to worry about trying to get books in student hands.\r\n\r\nIt is because of donors like you that we are able to reach more of our students as educators. My extra book bins always come in handy as we keeping adding to our book collection each year with new genres and titles. The bins keep all the books organized and I am able to see clearly through each of the bins to know which books I am pulling from my library closet. I am also able to keep them organized by genre and students are able to pick books from these bins quickly and efficiently. The kids also enjoy having the book bags to bring books they are currently reading home with them. We have a wonderful check in/out system that allows students access at all times.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generous donations and helping me teach kids the importance of reading and creative play.","fullyFundedDate":1755800900275,"projectUrl":"project/brighter-minds-through-books-and-games/9606006/","projectTitle":"Brighter Minds Through Books and Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Camp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp578013_orig.jpg?crop=1949,1949,x0,y571&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625779133395","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/578013"},{"teacherId":8158262,"projectId":9353075,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom project! Because of your kindness, my students now have the school supplies they need to learn, create, and grow with confidence.\r\n\r\nAs soon as the materials arrived, the excitement was clear. From fresh clay to new pencils, markers, and other essentials, these items have transformed our learning environment. Students who once felt shy about not having the right supplies now walk into class ready to participate, fully equipped and proud.\r\n\r\nOne of the most noticeable changes has been in student engagement. Having the right tools has empowered them to take more ownership of their work. Whether we're diving into a writing assignment, a math challenge, or a group project, there's a new level of energy and enthusiasm in the room.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just provide supplies — it showed my students that their education matters and that there are people out there who believe in them. That message has made a lasting impact on their confidence and motivation.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us, thank you again for making a difference. Your generosity truly touched our classroom, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1748569616255,"projectUrl":"project/prepared-and-powerful-supplies-for-ever/9353075/","projectTitle":"Prepared and Powerful: Supplies for Every Student!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bryant","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8158262_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x81,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677879595872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8158262"},{"teacherId":8158262,"projectId":9397324,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project, \"Windows and Mirrors: Diverse Chapter Books for Young Readers\" Thanks to your donations, my students now have the access to books that reflect the rich diversity of their lives, cultures, and experiences.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in our classroom has been wonderful for this teacher to see. The books were on the shelves as students arrived for the new school year. They eagerly browsed the covers and pointed out characters that look like them.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is doing more than just providing books—it's helping to create a safe, inclusive space where every student feels seen, valued, and inspired. Representation matters deeply, and because of you, my students are developing not only stronger literacy skills but also greater empathy, confidence, and a love for reading.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart—and on behalf of all my students—thank you for believing in this project and in the power of diverse stories. Your kindness and generosity are making a lasting difference in our classroom and in the lives of my students and our future readers and leaders. They are going to make this world a better place.","fullyFundedDate":1750043001412,"projectUrl":"project/windows-and-mirrors-diverse-chapter-bo/9397324/","projectTitle":"“Windows and Mirrors: Diverse Chapter Books for Young Readers”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bryant","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8158262_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x81,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1677879595872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8158262"},{"teacherId":7210128,"projectId":9353105,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our third-grade classroom. Because of your support, my students now have the tools they need to express their creativity and share their learning in new and exciting ways. The posters they create allow them to showcase their knowledge with pride, and it has been wonderful to see their confidence grow as they present their work to their classmates.\r\n\r\nYour donations have also given my students the freedom to move around the classroom with new clipboards, making learning more flexible and engaging. Whether they are working in small groups, jotting down ideas during discussions, or finding a quiet spot to focus, these resources have truly enriched their learning experience. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and investment in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1749694869518,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-minds-with-new-supplies/9353105/","projectTitle":"Supporting Minds With New Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ashby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7210128"},{"teacherId":4327790,"projectId":8897964,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations that made our project, \"It's All About That Bass\" a reality! The two large tubano drums arrived just in time for our 2024 Winter Showcase and my students were thrilled to have two new drums to play. Having two more low drums helps to balance out our parts when we are playing drum ensembles.\r\n\r\nI plan on my students playing these drums for many years to come! Having quality instruments for my students is important and your support continues to help make that happen. Thank you so much! We appreciate donors like you!","fullyFundedDate":1733454357913,"projectUrl":"project/its-all-about-that-bass/8897964/","projectTitle":"It's All About That Bass","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brinkman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4327790_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1488764694335","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/panthercubmusic"},{"teacherId":4327790,"projectId":9034768,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations that helped fund our \"Hand Drums on the Move\" project! My students had not had a class set of hand drums since our music room had been renovated a year ago. They were all very excited to see the hand drums and to play them. All grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th grade have been able to play the hand drums during music class. \r\n\r\nI plan on continuing to use the hand drums for many years and with many students to come. Having quality instruments for my students is such an important thing and your support continues to make that possible! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1739374006945,"projectUrl":"project/hand-drums-on-the-move/9034768/","projectTitle":"Hand Drums On the Move","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brinkman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4327790_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1488764694335","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/panthercubmusic"},{"teacherId":4609946,"projectId":9352345,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous donations of school supplies that are helping my students start the year strong. Thanks to you, every child has access to essentials like headphones for focused learning, dry erase markers and white boards for interactive lessons, and other classroom resources that make learning engaging and fun. These items may seem simple, but they play a vital role in making sure our low-income and multilingual students feel equipped, supported, and ready to succeed from day one.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtfulness also extends to me because I now have supplies I need to create a welcoming and well-prepared classroom. From basic teaching tools to the extras that spark creativity and collaboration, your support lightens my load and fuels my ability to inspire. Most importantly, your generosity helps us know that our community believes in us. Thank you for investing in our growth and helping us launch a wonderful school year filled with opportunity and possibility.","fullyFundedDate":1748569616651,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-supplies-fresh-start/9352345/","projectTitle":"Fresh Supplies! Fresh Start!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4609946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523929390539","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4609946"},{"teacherId":8474264,"projectId":9416410,"letterContent":"With your generosity I have been able to provide snack daily since July 31st for each of my students! My students have also benefited from the breakfast bars when they arrive late and have missed breakfast. \r\n\r\nThe supplies have been used daily as well. The markers and erasers are used by multiple classes due to ability level switching! Throughout this experience I have been able myself to stay more organized with some of the items bought. \r\n\r\nI cannot thank each of you enough for what you've done to jump start my classroom and have allowed me to have a smooth start to the school year! So grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1750867132034,"projectUrl":"project/great-minds-need-great-materials/9416410/","projectTitle":"Great Minds Need Great Materials!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Begley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8474264_orig.jpg?crop=1451,1451,x41,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750085776562","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8474264"},{"teacherId":9918340,"projectId":9102773,"letterContent":"Receiving these materials for use in speech therapy with Nora's students has allowed me to deliver more engaging, individualized, and evidence-based interventions that directly support my students' communication goals. I've seen a noticeable increase in student participation, motivation and progress. The materials help bridge the gap between therapy and classroom learning, reinforcing language skills in meaningful, age-appropriate ways. They also support diverse learning needs, allowing for differentiation and increased inclusivity in sessions.\r\n\r\nUltimately, these resources allowed me to better support students by building on foundational communication skills necessary for academic success and social development. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to improve my therapy sessions with these materials.","fullyFundedDate":1739373997936,"projectUrl":"project/play-for-everyone/9102773/","projectTitle":"Play For Everyone!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Haley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9918340_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y509&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752772018902","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9918340"},{"teacherId":578013,"projectId":9028896,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project. The students were so excited to see new copies of our book club books arrive and to know that they were able to read with their friends and enjoy the same books. We were also able to \"retire\" our loved books to our take home book bins that were such a big hit. Many of the students were able to use the book bag carriers to take their books home and read with their families and to be ready for our book discussions in class.\r\n\r\nIt is because of donors like you that we are able to reach more of our students as educators. My extra book bins came in handy as many students were enjoying both fantasy and historical fiction genres simultaneously. The bins keep all the books organized and I am able to see clearly through each of the bins to know which books I am pulling from my library closet. I am also able to keep them organized by genre and students are able to pick books from these bins quickly and efficiently.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generous donations and helping me teach kids the importance of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1736083797738,"projectUrl":"project/books-bins/9028896/","projectTitle":"Books & Bins","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Camp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp578013_orig.jpg?crop=1949,1949,x0,y571&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625779133395","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/578013"},{"teacherId":50745,"projectId":9253025,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation that allowed me to purchase materials to help my students become organized at home. Some of my children have hectic family lives and having to hunt down what they might need for their homework can be very frustrating. Your support has made a meaningful difference—not just in the classroom, but in their daily lives. \r\nThanks to you, my students now have the tools they need to create structured, supportive learning environments at home. The boxes and supply containers are empowering them to take ownership of their learning in new ways. They can keep their schoolwork and supplies in order and manage their responsibilities more effectively.\r\nThe children were so excited when I gave them the supplies. When they opened the boxes, they told me where they are going to keep them. \r\nYour kindness has had a ripple effect, helping students feel more confident, capable, and prepared. Thank you for investing in their growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1746821112720,"projectUrl":"project/organization-in-my-home/9253025/","projectTitle":"Organization In My Home!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mbocknora"},{"teacherId":9370194,"projectId":9082750,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to share just how much your generosity has meant to our classroom. Thanks to your support, we received 3 sensory bins, Play Doh with tools, magnetic tiles, objects for our sensory table and a host of other things, and the impact has been immediate and inspiring. \r\n\r\nThe day the materials arrived, my students' faces lit up with excitement. One student exclaimed, \"Is it our birthday!\" It was a moment of pure joy—and one I wish you could have seen.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're diving into a new unit about the solar system and the outer space sensory bin along with the other resources will continue to play a huge role in how students collaborate and express themselves. These tools have opened doors for engagement and creativity in ways I hadn't imagined before.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us in the PACES Room, we thank you for making this possible. Your support has truly brought learning to life for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1738284762874,"projectUrl":"project/creative-and-critical-learning-through-s/9082750/","projectTitle":"Creative and Critical Learning Through Sensory Play.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gioia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9370194_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y32&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738005304996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9370194"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_19047","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":544,"numTeachers":38,"percentFrplEligible":61,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":35,"percentWhite":21,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":33,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.5,"schoolId":19047,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Nora Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Nora Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/indiana/washington-township-school-district/nora-elementary-school/19047"}