{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sallie B Howard School","outOfStateSupporters":66.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":9328003,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom received a touchscreen monitor that has transformed the way my students engage with learning. I am thrilled to share the impact your donation has made on their academic growth and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe touchscreen monitor became an essential part of our daily lessons. Students were able to interact with content more directly. Whether it was math, reading, or writing, the monitor allowed for increased participation and deeper understanding, especially for my students with exceptional needs.\r\n\r\nThe results speak volumes:\r\n\r\nSeveral of my students not only met but passed their End-of-Grade (EOG) tests--a huge accomplishment that we celebrated with joy and pride.\r\n\r\nOthers who may not have reached proficiency showed tremendous growth, moving up one or more achievement levels. \r\n\r\nThe monitor also became a tool for collaboration and confidence-building. Students took turns presenting their thinking, using visuals and digital tools to explain their ideas to the class. The increase in engagement has been unmistakable.\r\n\r\nYour kindness made this possible. You gave my students an opportunity to feel successful, seen, and capable. Thank you for believing in us.","fullyFundedDate":1747344488241,"projectUrl":"project/little-geniuses-need-big-tech/9328003/","projectTitle":"Little Geniuses Need Big Tech","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"},{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":9237190,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, our classroom library now has beautiful illustrated editions of Harry Potter and important mental health books that our students have truly connected with. These new books have brought fresh excitement to our reading time and opened up important conversations about perseverance, friendship, and self-care.\r\n\r\nWith the Harry Potter books, students are practicing visualization skills, exploring character development, and discussing themes like bravery and belonging. The mental health books have introduced lessons on managing emotions, building resilience, and understanding that it's okay to ask for help.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom has become more engaging and personal. Students love curling up with a book during independent reading time, and the illustrated editions have especially captivated some of our reluctant readers. One student who often hesitated to pick up a book now races to grab Harry Potter each day and shares his favorite scenes with his classmates!\r\n\r\nThank you for making these powerful moments possible. Your gift has truly enriched our classroom and our students' love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1744203735035,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-build-hearts-and-minds/9237190/","projectTitle":"Books That Build Hearts and Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"},{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":9220582,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity through DonorsChoose, this project has created unforgettable experiences for our students. The camera allowed us to capture smiles, teamwork, and acts of kindness, while the friendship bracelets helped students build connections with classmates they may not have known before.\r\n\r\nThis project encouraged students to think about how small actions can make a big impact. They were proud to create something meaningful for others and learned that kindness can spread in simple but powerful ways.\r\n\r\nWe are so thankful to you for believing in our students and helping us create a more caring, connected school community!","fullyFundedDate":1743605191764,"projectUrl":"project/captured-in-kindness-shared-in-friendsh/9220582/","projectTitle":"Captured in Kindness, Shared in Friendship","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"},{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":9168650,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing pencils, folders, Kleenex, and erasers for our classroom! As soon as the supplies arrived, the students were excited — especially about having brand-new folders to organize their work. It made them feel prepared and responsible.\r\n\r\nWe are using the folders daily to keep track of assignments, and the pencils and erasers are always in use during writing and math projects. A special moment was during our personal narrative writing unit, when students proudly pulled out their new folders to draft and revise their stories.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are preparing for our upcoming state tests. The supplies have helped students stay organized, focused, and ready to do their best. Thank you again for making a real difference!","fullyFundedDate":1742937358259,"projectUrl":"project/the-great-classroom-supply-vanishing-act/9168650/","projectTitle":"The Great Classroom Supply Vanishing Act: Help Us Restock!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"},{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":9050290,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for your generous support in providing headphones and mice for our classroom. Your donation has made a meaningful difference in how my students engage with their learning, giving them the tools they need to navigate their lessons with confidence and focus.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was real when the students unboxed their new supplies! Many of them had been struggling with using touchpads or trying to hear their lessons over classroom noise. Now, with their own headphones and mice, they can fully immerse themselves in their online learning activities, whether it's listening to decodable books, practicing math fluency, or engaging with interactive learning platforms.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these resources will continue to support our daily lessons, from research projects to math programs, literacy activities, and more. The impact goes beyond just convenience—these tools are creating a more accessible and productive learning environment for every student.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and generosity. Your support has brought both excitement and relief to our classroom, and we are so grateful for the difference you've made in our learning experience!","fullyFundedDate":1740497005965,"projectUrl":"project/click-and-speak-tech-tools-for-inclusiv/9050290/","projectTitle":"Click and Speak: Tech Tools for Inclusive Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"},{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":8941619,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well! I wanted to take a moment to share the impact of your generosity and let you know just how much your support means to our classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes arrived, the excitement was electric. The students could hardly wait to open them, and when I told them that this was your second donation to our class, they lit up with recognition. \r\n\r\nThe rekenreks and decodable readers have quickly become essential tools in our daily lessons. The multi-sensory approach is exactly what my students need to strengthen their math and literacy skills. During a recent lesson on making 10, I heard a student exclaim, \"I get it now!\" as they slid the beads across the rekenrek, finally seeing the number relationships click. It was one of those teacher moments that reminds me why hands-on learning is so powerful.\r\n\r\nIn reading, the decodable books are helping my students build confidence as they apply phonics skills in an engaging, tactile way. They love tracing the letters, blending sounds, and following along with stories that are just right for their reading levels. These resources have transformed how we approach both subjects, making learning more interactive and meaningful.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we'll continue using the rekenreks to reinforce addition and subtraction strategies and introduce concepts like doubles and number bonds. In literacy, we're using the decodable readers to boost fluency and comprehension, ensuring every student builds a strong reading foundation.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for being such a valued part of our learning journey. Your generosity has created lightbulb moments, built confidence, and made learning truly enjoyable. We are beyond grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1737027120174,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-foundations-tools-for-e/8941619/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Foundations: Tools for Engaging Math and Literacy Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"},{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":8997327,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, our classroom now has a Phonics & Science of Reading Library that is transforming the way my students learn to read. These resources have already made a significant impact on their confidence, engagement, and literacy skills.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the books, my students have been excited to read—something I rarely saw before. The decodable texts have given them the opportunity to practice phonics skills in a meaningful way, reinforcing their ability to sound out words instead of guessing. I have seen students take ownership of their reading by applying decoding strategies independently, and their fluency is improving with every lesson.\r\n\r\nFor some students, these books have been a game-changer. One student who used to avoid reading out loud is now volunteering to read because they feel successful with the structured support these books provide. Another student, who previously struggled to blend sounds, is now reading short passages with confidence—a major milestone!\r\n\r\nBeyond decoding, this project has fostered a love of reading. With engaging, accessible books, students are experiencing the joy of successfully reading a text on their own. The excitement in their eyes when they complete a book is a powerful reminder of how critical these resources are in shaping their literacy journey.\r\n\r\nYour support has provided more than books—you have given my students the skills, confidence, and motivation they need to become strong readers. Thank you for making such a lasting impact in their education!","fullyFundedDate":1734099472998,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-readers-phonics-scien/8997327/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Readers: Phonics & Science of Reading Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"},{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":8661728,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our \"Empower Creativity: Donate STEM Kits for Special Needs Students!\" project. Your generosity has made a big difference in our classroom, and I'm excited to share how these resources are helping my students.\r\n\r\nHow We're Using the New Materials\r\nThe STEM kits have been a wonderful addition to our lessons. Recently, we used them to build simple machines and learn about force and motion. Students made catapults, measured how far they could launch objects, and talked about how angles and gravity work. These kits make learning fun and easier to understand.\r\n\r\nStudents' Reactions\r\nWhen the kits arrived, my students were thrilled! They couldn't wait to open the boxes and start exploring. One student said, \"I feel like a real engineer!\" They've been so proud of what they can build and learn with these materials.\r\n\r\nWhat's Next\r\nWe are starting a new project where students will design and build bridges. They'll learn about teamwork and how to solve problems while exploring engineering basics. These kits are helping them grow their skills and confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students this amazing opportunity. I can't wait to share more about their progress with you soon!\r\n\r\nSincerely,","fullyFundedDate":1732209167756,"projectUrl":"project/empower-creativity-donate-stem-kits-for/8661728/","projectTitle":"Empower Creativity: Donate Stem Kits for Special Needs Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_3672","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1216,"numTeachers":49,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":55,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":37,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"24.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":33.8,"schoolId":3672,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sallie B Howard School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sallie B Howard School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/north-carolina-department-of-education/sallie-b-howard-school/3672"}