{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jacox Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":47.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3458345,"projectId":10091839,"letterContent":"The dry erase markers will be used for enabling interactive learning, quick formative assessments, and creative, low-mess brainstorming. Teachers use them to boost engagement, allowing students to easily erase mistakes and participate in group activities. Sand is a versatile, open-ended educational tool used in schools to promote sensory, motor, and cognitive development. It will be used to facilitates social skills like collaboration, enhances fine motor skills, and teaches early scientific concepts (flow, volume, texture) and literacy through sensory writing. \r\nThe dry erase boards will be use for encouraging active participation and eco-friendly practice, fitting easily into desks for quick, engaging educational activities. \r\nThanks again for providing the resources to allow us to feel like kings and queens. This year has bee especially difficult in so many ways so having learning be fun again help us to remember all the magic involved with childhood is truly a gift. The chips will greatly impact my students it will help to tie them over until they get home. The water is an extra bonus since we don't have water in the classrooms anymore It a big help having it in classroom. Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1774963677308,"projectUrl":"project/a-snack-a-day-keeps-the-hunger-away/10091839/","projectTitle":"A Snack a Day Keeps the Hunger Away","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Threatt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3458345_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330368784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3458345"},{"teacherId":9856331,"projectId":10088216,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our pre-K classroom has become an even more joyful, engaging, and nurturing space for learning. Your support made a meaningful impact, especially during the Week of the Young Child, when we focused on celebrating our students in special ways.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments during the Week of the Young Child was showcasing student artwork for families. Using the cardstock and picture mats, we created a classroom gallery that highlighted each child's creativity. For many families, this was the first time seeing their child's work displayed in such a meaningful and formal way. The pride on our students' faces was truly unforgettable—they felt seen, valued, and important.\r\n\r\nIn our daily learning, the hands-on literacy materials, puzzles, and manipulatives are used during centers to build early reading, math, and fine motor skills. Students are actively engaged—matching letters and sounds, solving puzzles, and working together. These tools have helped strengthen confidence, independence, and collaboration.\r\n\r\nOur classroom calendar set has also become a favorite part of the day. Students eagerly participate in counting, identifying patterns, and learning about days and months. Many are now beginning to lead parts of the routine, showing growth in both their math skills and confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, students were excited and eager to explore. Their curiosity and joy were immediate, and that enthusiasm continues to shine each day.\r\n\r\nYour support has also helped us maintain a clean, safe, and calming classroom environment. Disinfectant wipes keep our space healthy, while calming scents like lavender and peppermint help students regulate their emotions and stay focused.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students feel safe, celebrated, and inspired to learn. Thank you for investing in their growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1774077771151,"projectUrl":"project/nurturing-wellness-creativity-and-joy/10088216/","projectTitle":"Nurturing Wellness, Creativity, and Joy in Our Youngest Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carole M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9856331"},{"teacherId":10222574,"projectId":9955154,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing toner and snacks for my classroom. Your donation has made a meaningful difference in supporting both my students' learning and well-being.\r\n\r\nThe toner allows me to print essential materials that keep our classroom running smoothly and ensure students have the resources they need each day. The snacks have also been incredibly impactful, helping students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps create a classroom environment where students feel supported and prepared to succeed. Thank you for making a difference in their daily lives.","fullyFundedDate":1765706633607,"projectUrl":"project/snack-print-keeping-minds-fed-and-les/9955154/","projectTitle":"Snack & Print: Keeping Minds Fed and Lessons Flowing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ringler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10222574_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765072471278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10222574"},{"teacherId":10222574,"projectId":9949111,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing paper, cardstock, and coloring books for my first-grade classroom. Your donation has made a meaningful difference in my students' daily learning and creativity.\r\n\r\nThese materials allow students to engage in hands-on activities that build both academic and fine motor skills. From writing and art projects to quiet coloring time, my students are able to express themselves, stay focused, and take pride in their work.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a more engaging and supportive classroom environment. Thank you for investing in my students and their growth.","fullyFundedDate":1765409479258,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-holiday-cheer-for-my-students/9949111/","projectTitle":"Colorful Holiday Cheer for My Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ringler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10222574_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765072471278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10222574"},{"teacherId":10222574,"projectId":9948973,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing our classroom with whiteboards, markers, paper, toner, and pencils. Your donation has made a meaningful and immediate impact on my students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nWith these essential supplies, students are now better equipped to fully engage in daily lessons. The whiteboards allow every student to actively participate, practice skills in real time, and build confidence as they share their thinking. The paper and pencils ensure that all students have the tools they need to complete assignments, organize their ideas, and express their creativity.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the toner has allowed us to continue printing important instructional materials, ensuring that students have access to the resources they need to succeed both in class and at home. These items may seem simple, but they are vital to creating a structured, supportive, and effective learning environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my classroom is more inclusive, organized, and engaging. Students are more confident, prepared, and excited to learn each day. Your support has truly made a difference, and we are deeply grateful for your investment in our success.","fullyFundedDate":1765292286866,"projectUrl":"project/brilliant-boards-and-bright-beginnings/9948973/","projectTitle":"Brilliant Boards and Bright Beginnings","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ringler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10222574_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765072471278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10222574"},{"teacherId":1845543,"projectId":9903662,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contribution to our \"Engage and Learn with Osmo: Real Play, Real Learning!\" project. Our students are thrilled to explore and learn with this innovative technology and now we will have a full class set!\r\nOsmo is an interactive game system designed for use with iPads. By utilizing a mirror on the iPad's front-facing camera, it allows the app to detect objects placed in front of the device. This system encourages hands-on learning, fosters collaboration among students, and enhances critical thinking skills.\r\n\r\nWe now have a diverse array of early learning games that promote teamwork among students. While they already enjoy using iPads, these games offer a fresh and exciting experience every time we engage with them.\"","fullyFundedDate":1765421165292,"projectUrl":"project/engage-and-learn-with-osmo-real-play-r/9903662/","projectTitle":"Engage and Learn With Osmo: Real Play, Real Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1845543_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540733646558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jacoxesmedia"},{"teacherId":10222574,"projectId":9882899,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my first graders are learning, creating, and growing in the best possible way!\r\n\r\nThe toner you helped provide has allowed us to print engaging phonics activities, math practice, decodable readers, and hands-on learning materials that support our daily instruction. Having reliable access to printed resources ensures every child has what they need right in front of them to succeed.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have made a tremendous difference in our classroom. Full bellies truly lead to focused minds. When students aren't worried about hunger, they can concentrate on learning, participating, and doing their very best work.\r\n\r\nThe coloring packs have sparked creativity and joy! My students use them to illustrate their writing, complete projects, and express themselves in colorful ways. These small tools have made a big impact on their confidence and excitement about school.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom environment where students feel cared for, prepared, and inspired. Thank you for investing in my first graders and helping them build a strong foundation for their future!","fullyFundedDate":1764701653207,"projectUrl":"project/help-wanted-paper-crayons-erasers/9882899/","projectTitle":"Help Wanted : Paper, Crayons, Erasers, Toner needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ringler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10222574_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765072471278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10222574"},{"teacherId":3458345,"projectId":10060132,"letterContent":"\"Thank you so much for providing us with the resources to allow us to feel like kings and queens as we re-entered the classroom. This year was so difficult in so many ways, so having a way to make learning special again and help us remember all the magic involved with childhood was truly a gift. We were also able to extend our learning in engaging ways and explore new topics more thoroughly. Having these insects in resin has been a fun way to support students as they shared their creative voices. This was such a tremendous gift to our community. Your generosity made this a time filled with laughter, learning, and the rebuilding of confidence. Thank you for adding fun back into our school year. We appreciate your thoughtfulness!","fullyFundedDate":1770392442139,"projectUrl":"project/creepy-crawlers-and-ink-pads/10060132/","projectTitle":"Creepy Crawlers and Ink Pads!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Threatt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3458345_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330368784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3458345"},{"teacherId":3458345,"projectId":10036745,"letterContent":"Thank you so much! your donation is very much appreciated. The wipes will be used to keep things germ free. Clorox Wipes can be used to quickly rinse eating and food preparation surfaces. Wipes are useful for cleaning all kinds of devices that collect germs, microbes and dirt. For example, use to clean Smartboard remote, computer keyboards and phones at your school. The paper towels are helpful for those quick clean ups. Paper towels are effective for wiping down surfaces, cleaning up spills (water, juice, food), and maintaining a more sanitary environment, especially in areas like art tables or snack areas. They will also be used for drying hands after washing, which is more hygienic than air dryers. Thank you so much it means so much to me and my students!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Threatt","fullyFundedDate":1768752700681,"projectUrl":"project/a-wipe-a-day-keeps-the-germs-away/10036745/","projectTitle":"A Wipe A Day Keeps the Germs Away","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Threatt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3458345_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330368784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3458345"},{"teacherId":9856331,"projectId":9803427,"letterContent":"What I love most about my students is their curiosity, joyful energy, and excitement for learning. They learn best through hands-on play and exploration, which helps them build language, social skills, and confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the dramatic play toaster and mixer set, percussion egg maracas, keyboard, insect specimens, and puzzles, they were immediately excited and eager to explore. Many students began pretending to cook together, making music, and closely examining the insect specimens with great curiosity.\r\n\r\nThese materials are already making a difference in our classroom. The toaster and mixer set support teamwork, pretend play, and communication. The egg maracas and keyboard encourage creativity and rhythm. The insect specimens and puzzles bring science to life while strengthening observation and problem-solving skills, and the sign-themed puzzles support early reading and recognition. Paper towels help keep our learning space clean, and color printer toner allows us to create bright, engaging materials for our Pre-K students.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using these materials during center time and small-group lessons as we build early literacy, science, music, and social-emotional skills through play and exploration.","fullyFundedDate":1762244721113,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-dreams-inspiring/9803427/","projectTitle":"“Little Learners, Big Dreams: Inspiring Creativity in Pre-K”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carole M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9856331"},{"teacherId":10375885,"projectId":9947144,"letterContent":"We wanted to send a heartfelt thank you for the recent donation of ink cartridges. We know you have a lot of choices when it comes to donating, and we are so grateful that you chose to donate to our class. Your thoughtful gift is already making a difference by allowing me to print educational resources for my students and keep our classroom running. Thank you for your support and for your belief in doing good. Many people say they want to help; fewer actually step up to do it. Thank you so much for being one of the few today and stepping up with your important donation, it means a lot.","fullyFundedDate":1765706624237,"projectUrl":"project/ink-for-intelligence/9947144/","projectTitle":"Ink for Intelligence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Precious","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10375885"},{"teacherId":10245711,"projectId":9692330,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your gift has made a meaningful and immediate impact on my third-grade inclusion classroom here in Norfolk, Virginia.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have access to supplies that support them at every stage of the learning process, including those with disabilities. These materials have helped create a more inclusive, comfortable, and engaging environment where all students can thrive.\r\n\r\nI have already seen a noticeable shift in my students' productivity, confidence, and joy. They are more excited to learn, more comfortable taking risks, and more invested in their work. Most importantly, they feel valued—they see that someone believes in them and their potential. They continuously ask me to express to you how grateful they are. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has also lifted a financial burden, allowing me to focus more fully on teaching and supporting my students. You have helped create a safe and welcoming space where children can read, explore, and grow. You have helped me reallocate my personal funds, making it easier for me to sponsor a fifth-grade graduation package for a student in need. Your gift has truly gone so far...\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for creating a lasting impact in our classroom. Your service to our country, and now to our children, reflects a legacy of generosity and commitment. My deepest thanks, and warm wishes to you and your family.","fullyFundedDate":1767222070560,"projectUrl":"project/calming-corner/9692330/","projectTitle":"Calming Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rossi-Younger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10245711_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767459029896","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10245711"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_34858","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":596,"numTeachers":48,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":91,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":5,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":52.8,"schoolId":34858,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Jacox Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Jacox Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/norfolk-public-schools/jacox-elementary-school/34858"}