{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Griffith Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5899344,"projectId":9820531,"letterContent":"The new pencil and color-pencil sharpeners have already made a noticeable difference in our kindergarten classroom. Before, students often struggled with dull pencils and would have to wait for an adult to help them. When we opened the box together, the students were so excited—they took turns examining the sharpeners and immediately wanted to try them out. Now, they love being able to sharpen their own pencils independently. It has boosted their confidence and helped them take responsibility for their materials, which is an important skill at this age.\r\n\r\nWith sharp pencils and bright, freshly sharpened color pencils, students are more enthusiastic during writing, drawing, and center activities. Their handwriting is clearer, their drawings are more vibrant, and they stay more engaged because they don't have to stop working to find help. These sharpeners have made our classroom run more smoothly and have helped students feel proud of their work. Thanks to this project, our kindergarteners are \"staying sharp\" in every way—ready to write, create, and learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1760734080917,"projectUrl":"project/stay-sharp-keeping-our-pencils-ready/9820531/","projectTitle":"Stay Sharp! Keeping Our Pencils Ready.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5899344_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742645965877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5899344"},{"teacherId":5899344,"projectId":9446190,"letterContent":"The arrival of the new 3-line ruled notebooks has already made a big impact on our kindergarten classroom. When the boxes arrived, the students were thrilled to help unbox everything. It felt like a classroom celebration—their faces lit up as the books were pulled out. It was pure joy to see the huge smiles. Many of them pointed out that we got new books for writing. We started using the notebooks right away for handwriting practice, morning work, and writing during centers. \r\n\r\nTheir excitement continues every day, especially when they reach for their new notebooks during lessons. The students are more eager to write, read, and share their work with their classmates. Our next steps include creating simple class books where each child writes a sentence in their notebook and then connects it to a story we read together. As well as writing various forms of writing. These new resources are helping our kindergarteners grow as readers and writers, build confidence, and strengthen the foundational literacy skills they'll use in every subject.","fullyFundedDate":1759946627201,"projectUrl":"project/writing-across-all-subjects/9446190/","projectTitle":"Writing Across All Subjects","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5899344_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742645965877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5899344"},{"teacherId":112625,"projectId":9792811,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible support, our classroom has a whole new energy when it comes to math! The fidget tools you provided have become an essential part of our learning routine, helping students stay focused and engaged while building fluency.During math centers, students use the fidgets while practicing addition and subtraction facts. One memorable moment was during a timed fluency challenge—students were tapping, twisting, and squeezing their fidgets while solving problems, and the room was buzzing with concentration and confidence. These tools have turned what used to be stressful drills into fun, interactive sessions.The excitement was off the charts! Students couldn't believe these colorful, tactile tools were for math time. One child exclaimed, \"Math is going to be so much fun now!\" Their enthusiasm showed us that these resources are more than just tools—they're motivators.","fullyFundedDate":1760722301225,"projectUrl":"project/math-in-motion-fidgeting-toward-fluency/9792811/","projectTitle":"Math in Motion: Fidgeting Toward Fluency","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fraas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp112625_orig.jpg?crop=396,396,x48,y446&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574863505017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/fraasd"},{"teacherId":112625,"projectId":9431220,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been filled with excitement and joy! The birthday celebration resources you provided have transformed how we recognize and honor each child's special day.We've created a \"Birthday Spotlight\" corner where students get to wear a fun birthday crown, choose a special book from our new birthday library, and share a \"birthday wish\" during morning meeting. Recently, one of our students celebrated their birthday by reading their favorite story to the class while wearing their crown—it was a moment of pride and confidence that warmed everyone's hearts.The first time the birthday box came out, the room erupted in cheers! Students were amazed by the colorful decorations and the idea that birthdays would now be celebrated in such a special way. One child said, \"This feels like a party just for me!\" Their smiles said it all.","fullyFundedDate":1761392794421,"projectUrl":"project/brighten-a-birthday-gift-joy-to-our-stu/9431220/","projectTitle":"Brighten a Birthday: Gift Joy to Our Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fraas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp112625_orig.jpg?crop=396,396,x48,y446&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574863505017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/fraasd"},{"teacherId":8813881,"projectId":9290001,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our school! Our library is the heart of our school. We have a completely open library, meaning there are no doors to separate the library from the hallway, classrooms, etc. I am so grateful for the fabulous decorations that you helped provide to us so every student can walk through and feel welcomed and excited to be here.\r\nWe have many students who feel the most comfortable and loved at school. Being able to provide them a safe, loving environment comes from the heart first, but it also helps to provide a visually pleasing place to be. I've put the posters up around the room and in the hallway. I've use the board paper to create awesome bulletin boards that the kids love. My favorite thing has been the tapestries. They help create a cozy atmosphere and have got me lots of compliments.\r\nThank you again for your donation and your support of public education.","fullyFundedDate":1746548016554,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-our-library-to-life/9290001/","projectTitle":"Bringing Our Library to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8813881_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667338655152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8813881"},{"teacherId":4281560,"projectId":9435381,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well! I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of school supplies to our kindergarten classroom. Your thoughtful contribution means so much to me and the children.\r\n\r\nWith your support, we now have the materials needed to create a vibrant, engaging, and enriching learning environment for our young students. The supplies you provided will help spark their creativity, support their growth, and make each day of learning even more special.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the importance of early education and for making a difference in the lives of these young learners. Your kindness will have a lasting impact on their journey and on our classroom as a whole.","fullyFundedDate":1752861848125,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-success-empower-our-kinderga/9435381/","projectTitle":"Supplies = Success: Empower Our Kindergarteners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foote","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4281560"},{"teacherId":112625,"projectId":9228675,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us create a calming area in our classroom. The moment my students saw the new resources—soft seating, sensory tools, and soothing visuals—their faces lit up with curiosity and joy. One student whispered, \"This feels like a safe place,\" and that simple phrase captured the impact your gift has already made. The calming area has quickly become a cherished space where students can regulate their emotions, take mindful breaks, and return to learning with renewed focus.\r\n\r\nWe recently integrated the calming area into a social-emotional learning project where students created \"peace journals.\" After spending time in the space, they reflected on their feelings and wrote about strategies that help them feel calm and centered. One student drew a picture of themselves sitting in the beanbag chair with noise-canceling headphones, saying it helped them \"feel like the world was quiet again.\" These moments have been powerful reminders of how environment shapes experience—and how your kindness has made that possible.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're building on this momentum by incorporating mindfulness routines into our daily schedule. Students will learn breathing techniques, gratitude practices, and ways to support one another emotionally. The calming area will continue to be a cornerstone of this journey, offering a safe haven for growth, reflection, and healing. Thank you for giving my students the gift of peace.","fullyFundedDate":1757369326664,"projectUrl":"project/calm-create-and-thrive/9228675/","projectTitle":"Calm, Create, and Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fraas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp112625_orig.jpg?crop=396,396,x48,y446&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574863505017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/fraasd"},{"teacherId":112625,"projectId":9365658,"letterContent":"On behalf of our classroom, we extend our deepest gratitude for your generous support of the Bloom, Learn, and Thrive initiative. Thanks to your kindness, our learning environment has blossomed—quite literally—with the addition of bird feeders, a charming bird house, and hummingbird feeders that have brought nature right to our windows.\r\n\r\nThese gifts have not only brightened our space but have also sparked curiosity, joy, and meaningful learning among our students. Watching birds visit throughout the day has become a treasured part of our routine, inspiring lessons in science, empathy, and environmental stewardship.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has made a lasting impact, and we are truly thankful for your commitment to enriching education in such a thoughtful and beautiful way.","fullyFundedDate":1756471951240,"projectUrl":"project/bloom-learn-and-thrive/9365658/","projectTitle":"Bloom, Learn, and Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fraas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp112625_orig.jpg?crop=396,396,x48,y446&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574863505017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/fraasd"},{"teacherId":112625,"projectId":9286006,"letterContent":"We want to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous support in helping us create our Calming Corner. Thanks to you, we now have a peaceful space where students can pause, breathe, and reset—an oasis of calm in the midst of busy days.\r\n\r\nYour contributions—whether through time, resources, or encouragement—have made a meaningful difference. The Calming Corner is already fostering emotional well-being, resilience, and a sense of safety for our young learners. It's more than just a space; it's a reflection of the care and compassion that defines our community.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of mindfulness and for helping us nurture a culture of kindness and support. We couldn't have done it without you.","fullyFundedDate":1750774766055,"projectUrl":"project/tools-of-triumph/9286006/","projectTitle":"Tools of Triumph","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fraas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp112625_orig.jpg?crop=396,396,x48,y446&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574863505017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/fraasd"},{"teacherId":112625,"projectId":9473538,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nWe want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you for your generous support and thoughtful donation of ponchos for our students. Your kindness has made a real difference in our daily lives, and we couldn't be more thankful.\r\n\r\nThis past week, we experienced an unexpected stretch of rainy weather—four days of steady showers that soaked the campus and made outdoor transitions between buildings a real challenge. Thanks to your donation, our students were able to stay dry and comfortable as they moved from class to class. The ponchos arrived just in time and were immediately put to good use. It was truly a case of perfect timing!\r\n\r\nFor many of our kiddos, walking between buildings is a daily routine, and when the weather turns wet, it can be uncomfortable and even distracting from their learning. But this week, instead of worrying about getting soaked or having to sit through class in damp clothes, our students were able to focus on what matters most—learning, growing, and enjoying their time at school. The ponchos provided not only physical comfort but also a sense of care and support that means so much to them and to us.\r\n\r\nIt was heartwarming to see the smiles on their faces as they slipped on their new ponchos and dashed through the rain with confidence. Some of them even commented on how cool they looked and how much they appreciated having something just for them. These small moments of joy are a direct result of your generosity.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped foster a safer, more nurturing environment for our students. It's easy to overlook how something as simple as a poncho can have such a meaningful impact, but this week reminded us that even the smallest acts of kindness can ripple outward in powerful ways. You've helped us protect our students from the elements, and in doing so, you've also reminded them that there are people out there who care deeply about their well-being.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our entire school community—students, teachers, staff, and families—we thank you for your compassion and support. Your gift has made a tangible difference, and we are incredibly grateful. We look forward to continuing to partner with generous individuals like you who help us create a safe, supportive, and joyful learning environment for all","fullyFundedDate":1755990690640,"projectUrl":"project/pod-to-school-poncho-style/9473538/","projectTitle":"Pod to School Poncho Style","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fraas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp112625_orig.jpg?crop=396,396,x48,y446&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574863505017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/fraasd"},{"teacherId":5899344,"projectId":9204241,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through your generous donation! Because of your kindness, we now have a large easel and big sticky pads that make our shared reading and learning experiences more engaging and interactive.\r\nWe've been using the easel during our read-aloud sessions with big books, and it has truly transformed the way students participate. The height and visibility of the easel make it easier for everyone to see the text and illustrations. The sticky pads allow us to record new vocabulary, predictions, and connections from each story and also for practicing letter formation skills.\r\nThese resources have created a more inviting and collaborative reading space, helping my students develop not only reading skills but also a love for books and shared learning. Your generosity has made a lasting difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful for the joy and growth it has inspired.","fullyFundedDate":1746787274164,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-literacy-enhancement-project/9204241/","projectTitle":"Classroom Literacy Enhancement Project: Big Book Easel and Chart Pads","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5899344_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742645965877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5899344"},{"teacherId":6415764,"projectId":9388329,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project and helping bring these important books and resources into our classroom. I work with a diverse group of K–2 students who receive Exceptional Children (EC) resource services in a Title I elementary school. My students are bright, curious, and deeply concerned with fairness. They ask big questions about the world and are eager to understand the perspectives of others.\r\n\r\nThis project will have a lasting impact on both their academic and social-emotional growth. The selected books provide developmentally appropriate ways to discuss complex issues like inclusion, justice, privilege, and solidarity. By seeing themselves reflected in these texts and by learning about the experiences of others, my students will build empathy, self-confidence, and respect for diversity.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, reading can be challenging. Having meaningful, high-interest texts helps them stay engaged and motivated while practicing literacy skills. Stories like Kids on the March and The Young Activist's Dictionary of Social Justice will show them that their voices matter. Titles such as We Are Gems and the bilingual ¿Puede una persona ser ilegal? will affirm the identities of students who rarely see themselves represented in classroom materials. At the same time, What Is White Privilege? will help foster important conversations about fairness and equity.\r\n\r\nAs their teacher, I will use Reading, Writing, and Talk to design inclusive lessons that meet students where they are, while encouraging them to think critically and compassionately. These resources will empower my students to see themselves not only as learners, but also as young citizens who can make a difference.\r\n\r\nYour support ensures that my students have access to materials that validate their identities, broaden their perspectives, and nurture their sense of justice. Thank you for investing in their growth as readers, thinkers, and kind, courageous people.","fullyFundedDate":1749089937801,"projectUrl":"project/equity-starts-early-books-for-k2-chang/9388329/","projectTitle":"Equity Starts Early: Books for K–2 Changemakers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6415764_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y430&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718641657829","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ecresource"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_1488","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":575,"numTeachers":46,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":42,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":41,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.7,"schoolId":1488,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Griffith Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Griffith Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/winston-salem-forsyth-county-schools/griffith-elementary-school/1488"}