{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sherwood Forest Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":62.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3095716,"projectId":9481413,"letterContent":"Picture this, a classroom with 18 students that are 5 years old. It is their first time painting in the classroom. They are super excited and listen intently to me as I begin the lesson. \"Today you will meet Mr. or Mrs. Paintbrush!\" They all begin to wiggle in their chairs as smiles stretch across their faces. Their eyes are wide and sparkly. \"There are rules to being kind to your paintbrush and today we will go over all the rules.\", I tell them. We go over how to hold the paintbrush, how hitting it against the paint cup can hurt the brush but also splatter water all over their artwork and also their friends artwork. I explain that they want their paintbrush to have a \"nice\" hair day. So you don't scrub with the paintbrush on your paper but make nice strokes like you are petting an animal. As I finish up, I ask the students if they are ready and they happily yell \"Yes!\"\r\nSo we begin painting our paintings of a snowy day. The students are sort of apprehensive about making a mistake but I assure them that art is a process and we fix the mistakes. The longer they are painting the more relaxed they get. Then out of the blue, a student gets sad and starts pouting as they put their paintbrush down. I go over and ask, \"whats the matter, my little artist?\" I messed up and got paint on the table. \" Oh, that spot right there?, I reply. \" Yes\" the student says looking ashamed. Oh, no worries, our friend the wipe takes care of that!\" I happily explain. Then I wipe the spot of paint as the child smiles and returns to their artwork. \r\nNext, another student says \"Ms. Webb, I got paint on my hand!\" No problem I reply as i use a wipe to clean the hand so the student can finish their work. The class ends with happy students, fantastic artwork and clean tables. All of this is because generous donors choose to help me make a stress-free, clean art experience for my students. I am so grateful and hope you realize from this story the impact a simple wipe can make.","fullyFundedDate":1758636693650,"projectUrl":"project/clean-hands/9481413/","projectTitle":"Clean Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3095716"},{"teacherId":2362546,"projectId":9521659,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind and considerate donation to my project for snacks for my first grade students. We have a big stretch of time before lunch and many of my students get hungry. Being hungry makes it impossible for them to focus on their work and the students are distracted and hangry. This snack project provides snacks for my students to grab and go during independent work times so that they can eat and work at the same time. Some of my students also struggle with food insecurity at home and having snacks readily available helps them have easy access to food. Thank you so much for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1764076056405,"projectUrl":"project/hungry-for-learning/9521659/","projectTitle":"Hungry for Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis-Foxworth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2362546_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594333920380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/davisfoxworth"},{"teacherId":2362546,"projectId":9874323,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind and generous donation to my project for pajama pants for my first grade students. Every year my school has a school-wide pajama day to celebrate Winter Break coming. Students can wear their favorite pair of pajamas to school. Unfortunately some of my students are struggling with financial insecurity and don't always have pajamas that they can wear to school for Pajama Day. This project allows all students to participate in pajama day without shame for their financial status. The kids also love matching with each other and me. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1763405663640,"projectUrl":"project/pajama-party-2/9874323/","projectTitle":"Pajama Party 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis-Foxworth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2362546_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594333920380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/davisfoxworth"},{"teacherId":9565440,"projectId":9454503,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my kindergarten students! My students usually come to school with dollar store headphones that break or stop working very quickly. The new headphones have been working great and are still working like new. The students think the headphones have cool colors and are comfy. The students also love the pencil sharpener and have been very careful when using it. :) The pencil grips have helped support positive writing habits and are helping improve their handwriting. All the supplies have been a wonderful addition to our classroom and we are very grateful. Thank you so much for helping my students love to come to school and learn.","fullyFundedDate":1754564210981,"projectUrl":"project/starting-kindergarten-with-the-write-s/9454503/","projectTitle":"Starting Kindergarten with the \"Write\" Stuff!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Holmes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565440_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752416055790","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565440"},{"teacherId":2488073,"projectId":9877730,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in bringing energy and plasma balls to our Science Lab at Sherwood Forest Elementary. Your kindness has made an immediate and exciting impact on our students, transforming abstract physical science concepts into hands-on, memorable learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThese plasma balls have become one of the most engaging tools in the lab. Students are absolutely fascinated as they observe electric currents move and react to their touch. What was once difficult for many students to visualize—energy transfer, conductivity, circuits, and the behavior of electrons—now comes to life right before their eyes. This level of visibility and interaction has made scientific ideas more accessible, especially for our visual and tactile learners.\r\n\r\nBeyond the academic benefits, the plasma balls have sparked genuine curiosity and joy. Our students ask deeper questions, share discoveries with one another, and show a renewed excitement for STEM learning. They feel like real scientists as they explore energy, light, and electricity through inquiry-based lessons that would not have been possible without your support.\r\n\r\nYour generosity allows us to offer high-quality, engaging science experiences that inspire creativity, build confidence, and nurture a lifelong love of learning. Thank you for believing in our students and helping us create a science lab where wonder and discovery thrive every day.","fullyFundedDate":1762849365357,"projectUrl":"project/a-spark-of-science-exploring-energy-and/9877730/","projectTitle":"A Spark of Science: Exploring Energy and Electricity!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Eichner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2488073_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y242&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746533584211","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-eichner"},{"teacherId":2488073,"projectId":9731071,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support in funding the flat top grill for our Science Lab at Sherwood Forest Elementary. Your contribution has already begun transforming the way our students engage with hands-on learning, and its impact will continue to resonate throughout our school community for years to come.\r\n\r\nThis flat top grill has become an essential tool in bringing abstract scientific concepts to life. Whether students are exploring heat transfer, changes in states of matter, or energy efficiency, they now have a dynamic, interactive way to observe and experiment with real-world applications. It has opened the door to new inquiry-based lessons, cross-curricular activities, and collaborative STEM investigations that spark curiosity and deepen understanding.\r\n\r\nOur students are excited, motivated, and eager to explore science in meaningful ways—and that enthusiasm is a direct result of your kindness. Many of our learners benefit from visual and tactile experiences, and this equipment allows them to participate in experiments that were previously out of reach.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our school, our students, and the power of hands-on science education. Your generosity helps us create a vibrant learning environment where every child can grow, discover, and dream big. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1762849366667,"projectUrl":"project/sizzling-science-cooking-up-learning-i/9731071/","projectTitle":"“Sizzling Science: Cooking Up Learning in the Lab!”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Eichner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2488073_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y242&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746533584211","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-eichner"},{"teacherId":7265570,"projectId":9595875,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our classroom! We love flexible seating, and these new chairs were the perfect addition! At the beginning of the year, many of my students and their parents were hesitant when they walked into the classroom and noticed a lack of traditional desks. Now that the year has progressed, my students have come to love the idea of not being confined to a desk to complete their work. When we got these new chairs, they were so excited! They are the perfect chairs for reading, and working on our computers.\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1760608867687,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-learning/9595875/","projectTitle":"Flexible Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butterfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7265570_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y400&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724433887124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/morgbutterf"},{"teacherId":7265570,"projectId":9382837,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! My students used these crayons at the beginning of the year when they created self portraits, and they were so thrilled to see such a wide variety of crayons. Everyone was able to find a crayon that they felt represented them and their skin tone. We are such a diverse classroom, and I love being able to celebrate that-- even if it just means making sure everyone has a crayon with their skin color! Thank you again for allowing us to honor our diversity!","fullyFundedDate":1752958863922,"projectUrl":"project/colors-of-our-classroom/9382837/","projectTitle":"Colors of Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butterfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7265570_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y400&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724433887124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/morgbutterf"},{"teacherId":7265570,"projectId":9756393,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project! The girls have been so thankful to have these snacks at school, so that they can fuel up before practice. Having access to these snacks at school not only allows the girls to have one less thing to remember to bring to school, but it also ensures the snack that they are consuming is nutritious! Talking about food is part of the Girls on the Run curriculum-- with an emphasis on filling and fueling our bodies with healthy choices. We are encouraging that even through the snacks we are providing. Thank you again for your support! Money is tight for everyone right now, making your donation mean even more to us!","fullyFundedDate":1760608869483,"projectUrl":"project/gotr-fuel/9756393/","projectTitle":"GOTR Fuel","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butterfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7265570_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y400&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724433887124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/morgbutterf"},{"teacherId":2488073,"projectId":9673929,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our classroom project! Because of your kindness, we now have much-needed paper towels, a sturdy trash can, a broom and dustpan set, and a step ladder to help keep our learning space clean, organized, and safe.\r\n\r\nThese simple but essential items make a huge difference in our daily routines. The paper towels help us maintain a tidy environment during science experiments and art activities, while the new broom and dustpan ensure our students can take ownership of their space by helping with clean-up. The trash can keeps our classroom orderly, and the step ladder allows me to safely reach materials stored on high shelves to better prepare lessons and displays for my students.\r\n\r\nYour support not only improves our classroom environment but also models responsibility and teamwork for my students. They see that when a community comes together to support learning, great things happen. We are grateful for your generosity and for believing in the power of education.","fullyFundedDate":1762265363563,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-classroom-clean-safe-and-r/9673929/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our Classroom Clean, Safe, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Eichner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2488073_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y242&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746533584211","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-eichner"},{"teacherId":2362546,"projectId":9750028,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my project for a slushie machine for my first grade classroom. Sometimes my students struggle with being motivated to complete tasks in the classroom. This project provided for a slushie machine so that I could implement \"slushie Friday.\" Students who meet their Lexia and Zearn goals for the week earn their participation in our \"slushie Friday.\" Students get to vote on which flavor slushie we should have each week. This slushie machine has been a great addition and incredible motivation for my students! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1760728503133,"projectUrl":"project/slushie-success/9750028/","projectTitle":"Slushie Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis-Foxworth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2362546_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594333920380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/davisfoxworth"},{"teacherId":2362546,"projectId":9749976,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind and generous donation to my project for my first grade students to have pumpkin shirts. \r\nEvery Halloween we have a costume parade and character dress up day. This can be an issue for some of my students who don't have extra money for a costume or who don't want to ruin their costume during school (where we do lots of fun activities and crafts that can be messy). This project provided matching pumpkin shirts for my first grade class so that everyone could participate and enjoy the character parade. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1758818012018,"projectUrl":"project/the-cutest-pumpkins-in-the-patch/9749976/","projectTitle":"The Cutest Pumpkins in the Patch","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis-Foxworth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2362546_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594333920380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/davisfoxworth"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_34881","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":406,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":42,"percentWhite":22,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":24,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":37.7,"schoolId":34881,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sherwood Forest Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sherwood Forest Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/norfolk-public-schools/sherwood-forest-elementary-school/34881"}