{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"South Fork Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9608153,"projectId":9127207,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my class. I want to start by saying how deeply sorry I am that this message is delayed. I apologize from the bottom of my heart for not reaching out sooner. The delay happened because I was placed on the surplus list in the middle of the school year. \r\nBeing surplussed mid-year was a major disruption. It meant packing up my classroom, saying unexpected goodbyes to colleagues and students, and waiting to be reassigned. It took some time to get settled into my new school and new classroom community. As a teacher, stability matters not just for me, but for my students. They feel every change in routine. I wanted to make sure I had a solid plan in place for how your generous donation would be used before I sent an update.\r\nOnce I was finally settled, the iPads you donated immediately became an essential part of our daily learning. I cannot overstate how much of a difference it has made to have additional technology in the classroom. In a world where digital literacy is no longer optional, your gift gave my students equitable access to tools that help them learn, create, and explore.\r\nEach day, we use the iPads across multiple subjects and activities. During our literacy block, students rotate through stations using programs like i-Ready, Wonders, and ABCmouse. i-Ready allows me to differentiate instruction based on each child's diagnostic data. Students who need extra phonics practice get it, while others who are ready to push into comprehension and vocabulary can do that too. Wonders connects directly to our core curriculum, so students can reread stories, practice grammar skills, and listen to texts read aloud. ABCmouse has been a favorite for my early learners who need foundational skills in a fun, game-based format.\r\nWe also use Seesaw as our digital portfolio and communication tool. Students record themselves reading, explain their math thinking, and upload pictures of their writing. Parents love getting that window into the classroom, especially those who can't volunteer during the day. Seesaw gives students ownership of their learning because they choose what to share and reflect on why it shows growth.\r\nThe iPads are set up on a rotation schedule so every student gets daily access. I run small groups, and while I'm working with one group on guided reading or math, other students are engaged in meaningful, independent practice on the iPads. They also use them for collaborative work. Students will partner up to research science topics, create presentations, or play educational games that build teamwork and problem-solving. I've watched students who were shy about participating in whole-group lessons light up when they get to explain something using the iPad.\r\nBeyond academics, the iPads have helped with classroom community. We use them for morning check-ins, brain breaks, and creative projects like digital art and storytelling. Having this technology means I can meet a wider range of learning styles and keep students engaged throughout the day.\r\nYour donation didn't just give us devices. It gave us flexibility, access, and opportunity. It showed my students that someone outside our school walls believes in them and their education. For that, I am endlessly grateful.\r\nAgain, I'm sorry this thank-you is so late. The transition was difficult, but your generosity has made my new classroom feel like home. My students and I appreciate you more than words can express. Thank you for your time, your patience, and your belief in public education. We will continue to put these iPads to good use every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1746550821050,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-student-learning-with-technol/9127207/","projectTitle":"\"Enhancing Student Learning with Technology”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9608153"},{"teacherId":22487,"projectId":9585622,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation of the two wobble stools for my classroom. I sincerely appreciate your support of my students and our learning environment.\r\n\r\nIn previous years, my classroom had a few wobble stools that the students absolutely loved. After many years of use, they eventually became damaged and unsafe, so we unfortunately had to remove them. The students were thrilled to see wobble stools return to the classroom, and their excitement was immediate.\r\n\r\nBecause of winter weather delays and testing schedules, I wasn't able to meet with my small groups for a while after they arrived in January. Now that we are back into our regular routines, the students have been eager to use them. They love the flexibility the stools provide, and they help students stay engaged and comfortable while we work together. I have to have a rotation of use, as so many want a turn! \r\n\r\nYour generosity helps create a classroom where students feel excited to learn and supported in the ways they focus best. Thank you again for investing in my students and making our classroom an even better place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1764791559546,"projectUrl":"project/gifted-minds-in-motion-flexible-seating/9585622/","projectTitle":"Gifted Minds in Motion: Flexible Seating for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thompson-Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp22487_orig.jpg?crop=201,201,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756229945567","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisaweber"},{"teacherId":22487,"projectId":9836935,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous support of our classroom literacy project. Because of you, these carefully selected books are already making a meaningful impact in our small groups.\r\n\r\nWe have completed our first novel study with There's an Owl in the Shower, and the students fully immersed themselves in the story. After reading, they wrote thoughtful summaries and then created \"paper craft movies\". They are illustrated, scene-by-scene retellings of the novel. I have attached screenshots of those videos, but I wish you could see and hear them! Students carefully sequenced events, captured key themes, and presented their stories as miniature films. It was incredible to watch them bring the text to life while demonstrating strong comprehension and creativity (all while secretly improving their writing abilities). \r\n\r\nThis work goes far beyond reading a novel. Through these texts, students are building empathy and cultural awareness while strengthening reading comprehension, critical thinking, and discussion skills. They are learning to analyze perspectives, consider moral dilemmas, and connect literature to real-world issues.\r\n\r\nOur fourth graders have extended this thinking into research on endangered species within North Carolina, examining the human and environmental factors contributing to population decline. They are asking difficult questions about responsibility, conservation, and stewardship.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, our fifth graders are currently reading Bull Run and engaging in meaningful conversations about how war divides families and communities. They are also exploring current events, making connections between historical conflicts and the world they see today. They are preparing for a monologue movie project in which they will step into the voice of a historical character. While winter weather and over two weeks of snow delays have slowed our timeline, the depth of thinking and discussion has been powerful.\r\n\r\nNext fall, I will begin The Phantom Tollbooth with fifth grade first, and my current fourth graders are already eagerly anticipating their turn with this imaginative and thought-provoking novel.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is nurturing not only strong readers but also compassionate, informed thinkers. These books are helping students grow academically while also expanding their understanding of the world and the people within it.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and for believing in the transformative power of literature.","fullyFundedDate":1761931292657,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-page-gifted-readers-explorin/9836935/","projectTitle":"Beyond the Page: Gifted Readers Exploring the World’s Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thompson-Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp22487_orig.jpg?crop=201,201,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756229945567","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisaweber"},{"teacherId":22487,"projectId":9696361,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for supporting my project, \"Gifted Minds in Motion: Flexible Seating for Focused Learning.\" Your generosity has truly helped transform our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThe new flexible seating options have given my students the freedom to choose where they learn best. This simple change has made a big impact, especially on group work. Students now move naturally between reading, writing, and group work with focus and enthusiasm. During our literacy lessons, I've noticed more collaboration, longer attention spans, and a greater sense of ownership over their learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was contagious! Students eagerly tried each new seat and are still rushing to be the first in their seat of choice in the classroom. That joy and curiosity have continued every day since. The flexible seating has become part of how we create, discuss, and learn together.\r\n\r\nAs we move into new projects, students will continue using these spaces to write, design, and collaborate, building not only academic skills but also confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping create a classroom that supports both movement and mindful learning. Your contribution has made a lasting difference for every child who walks through my classroom door.","fullyFundedDate":1759848957271,"projectUrl":"project/gifted-minds-in-motion-flexible-seating/9696361/","projectTitle":"Gifted Minds in Motion: Flexible Seating for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thompson-Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp22487_orig.jpg?crop=201,201,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756229945567","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisaweber"},{"teacherId":48061,"projectId":9473789,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of classroom supplies! Your support means so much to me and my students. The paper, pencils, and glue sticks you provided helped to create a well-equipped learning environment where every student can thrive.\r\n\r\nYour kindness makes a real difference each day. Students have the pencils and glue sticks they need to be successful on their work. I have the paper needed to provide copies of the reading materials and math handouts for every student. I truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and support for our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1753999663497,"projectUrl":"project/starting-the-new-year-off-with-the-right/9473789/","projectTitle":"Starting the New Year Off With the Right Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mickey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp48061_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110450145","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/48061"},{"teacherId":10081719,"projectId":9468542,"letterContent":"Your support has been unmeasurable. The cushions provide various areas around the room where children can work independently or in their groups. The floor cushions have also been used in the Cool-Down corner when a student required time away from the groups. \r\nThey enjoy stools all over the room. They are able to sit at the tables or desk without the issue of the chair. If I can get them to nor rock in them, they will last longer. They enjoy them so much. This groups of students take the chair balls very seriously and make sure that they are on their chairs. They inspired my co-workers to get them some as well. \r\n\r\nOverall your donations have gone a long way. It has helped to provide a comfortableness to our class environment. During these troubling times in our district, a conformable place to retreat and learn is invaluable.","fullyFundedDate":1753293315290,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-learning/9468542/","projectTitle":"Flexible Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10081719_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752694851288","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10081719"},{"teacherId":9568551,"projectId":9101963,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to hands-on learning tools that make early literacy come alive in our classroom. When the boxes first arrived, the excitement was contagious—students eagerly unpacked the materials and couldn't wait to get started. These resources have quickly become a favorite part of our daily literacy block, transforming reading from something that once felt challenging into an engaging, playful experience.\r\n\r\nAlready, I've seen my students gain confidence in identifying letters, building words, and connecting sounds to symbols. For many of my emerging readers, the hands-on activities provide the extra support they need to grasp key skills. One student proudly told me, \"This doesn't feel like work—it feels like fun!\" That joy is making a real difference in their progress.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we'll continue to use these materials in small groups, intervention time, and literacy centers to build strong foundational skills. Your gift not only enriched our classroom but also sparked a love of learning in my students that I know will last. Thank you for believing in them and giving them the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1746548017072,"projectUrl":"project/abc-adventures-hands-on-learning-for-ea/9101963/","projectTitle":"ABC Adventures: Hands-On Learning for Early Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Patrick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9568551_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738173344713","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9568551"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_1527","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":448,"numTeachers":44,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":46,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":28,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":67.4,"schoolId":1527,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about South Fork Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"South Fork Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/winston-salem-forsyth-county-schools/south-fork-elementary-school/1527"}