{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Tanners Creek Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4488916,"projectId":5498264,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our project, \"Make Learning Fun for Us!\" Because of your kindness, our classroom was transformed into an engaging, hands-on learning environment where students feel excited, motivated, and empowered to learn every day.\r\n\r\nThe new learning materials and resources provided through your donations have made a direct, measurable impact on our students:\r\n\r\nIncreased Student Engagement: The interactive tools and hands-on games have turned abstract concepts into meaningful learning experiences. Students who once struggled to stay focused are now actively participating and eager to collaborate with their peers.\r\n\r\nFostered a Love for Learning: Learning no longer feels like a chore—it feels like an adventure. Seeing the joy and excitement on the students' faces as they explore these new resources has been truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nSupported Diverse Learning Styles: Every child learns differently. Thanks to the varied materials funded by this project, I am better equipped to meet the unique needs of visual, tactile, and auditory learners in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour investment went far beyond purchasing classroom supplies—it sent a powerful message to my students that people in the community care about their education, their growth, and their future.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for making a lasting difference in our classroom. We are forever grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1628043214486,"projectUrl":"project/make-learning-fun-for-us/5498264/","projectTitle":"Make Learning Fun for Us!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Benton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4488916_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777471639370","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bentonsbrains"},{"teacherId":4488916,"projectId":10236277,"letterContent":"I am writing to you with so much excitement to share the impact of your incredible generosity toward our \"Camp Second Grade: S'more Learning\" project!\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom has been transformed into a cozy, inviting, and magical space for my second graders. I am thrilled to report that everything was set up in time for \"Meet the Teacher\" day, and the reaction was more than I could have hoped for.\r\n\r\nThe new couch has already become the star of the room. It is incredibly soft, and I lost count of how many students sat down and immediately fell in love with it—it is clearly going to be a favorite spot for reading and relaxation all year. Coupled with our new camping backdrop, the classroom feels like a true sanctuary for learning.\r\n\r\nOur new bookshelf is also a hit, and the colorful baskets are perfectly housing our supplies, blankets, and stuffed animals. Having these organized, soft, and safe spaces truly helps set the tone for a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nWe are also looking forward to September, when we will distribute the special gift items to the students during Back to School night. I even have extra supplies on hand to ensure that any students who join our class throughout the year will receive one, too.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for helping me create a space where they feel comfortable, excited, and ready to learn. Your support has made a tangible difference, and I am so grateful to have you as part of our classroom family.","fullyFundedDate":1784581288427,"projectUrl":"project/camp-second-grade-smore-learning-plea/10236277/","projectTitle":"Camp Second Grade: S’more Learning, Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Benton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4488916_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777471639370","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bentonsbrains"},{"teacherId":10414904,"projectId":10048178,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, A Flexible Classroom for Growing Minds. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our kindergarten classroom. Since receiving these flexible seating and learning resources, my students have been able to choose spaces that help them focus, collaborate, and feel comfortable while learning. Whether they are sitting at a flexible seat during small-group instruction, working together on the floor with phonics activities, or using the space during independent learning time, these materials have helped create an environment where students feel excited and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were absolutely thrilled. Their faces lit up with excitement as they explored the new seating options and learning spaces. Many of them immediately said things like, \"This makes learning feel fun!\" and \"I can focus better here!\" It was such a special moment to watch them feel proud of their classroom and eager to begin using the new resources.\r\n\r\nThese materials are already helping us grow as learners, and they will continue to support our daily lessons. We are currently using our flexible learning spaces during phonics, math centers, and small-group reading instruction. As we move forward in the school year, these resources will continue to help my students stay engaged, work collaboratively, and build confidence as young learners. Your kindness has truly helped create a classroom environment where every child can thrive. Thank you for believing in my students and supporting their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1770393336542,"projectUrl":"project/a-flexible-classroom-for-growing-minds/10048178/","projectTitle":"A Flexible Classroom for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hines","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10414904_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769017521329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414904"},{"teacherId":9002779,"projectId":9609496,"letterContent":"\"Lights, Camera, Action: Drone Attraction\" was a huge success with our 4th grade students! They were elated to see a drone in the hallways and in their classrooms. The excitement resonated through each classroom as I recorded students speaking aloud and allowing them to evaluate themselves to become better at public speaking.\r\nAdditionally, students enjoy using the \"Read, Write, Present\" area I set up in the room. During small group time, they can select a book to read with a partner, Jot key points about the book on notecards and practice oral presentations with each other. \r\nDue to this one-of-a-kind experience, our students have become more cognizant of their abilities and what they can achieve at school. We are so very grateful and appreciative for donors like you who continuously pour into our children and provide innovative resources to enhance their educational experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1765409488157,"projectUrl":"project/lights-camera-action-drone-attraction/9609496/","projectTitle":"Lights, Camera, Action: Drone Attraction","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ferguson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9002779_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680661738600","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9002779"},{"teacherId":8641391,"projectId":9062873,"letterContent":"These supplies have helped my students focus on learning by providing for their hygiene and cleanliness needs! \r\n\r\nThey have helped keep the classroom clean and germ free. They have also helped young girls feel confident and secure during the school day. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your donation of tissues, sanitizer, cleaning wipes, and feminine products!! \r\nYour generous gift has been such a blessing for my students and myself! \r\n\r\nThank you for making a positive impact on the students in our community!","fullyFundedDate":1746785381662,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-safe-classroom/9062873/","projectTitle":"Clean and Safe Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8641391_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687310962571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8641391"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_55500","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":523,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":54,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":25,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":54.2,"schoolId":55500,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Tanners Creek Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Tanners Creek Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/norfolk-public-schools/tanners-creek-elementary-school/55500"}