{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Boones Creek Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10070307,"projectId":10261393,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through Donors Choose. Because of your kindness, our students now have new recess balls to use during outdoor play and physical activity.\r\n\r\nThese recess materials may seem simple, but they make a huge difference in our students' day. The new balls encourage teamwork, cooperation, exercise, and positive social interaction. Students are excited to play together, stay active, and build friendships during recess time.\r\n\r\nYour donation helps create a more joyful and engaging school environment where students can recharge and return to class ready to learn. We truly appreciate your investment in our students' happiness, health, and success.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a positive impact in our classroom and school community!","fullyFundedDate":1778242464414,"projectUrl":"project/play-to-learn-recess-equipment-for-acti/10261393/","projectTitle":"Play to Learn: Recess Equipment for Active, Engaged Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10070307_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756047061571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10070307"},{"teacherId":10315746,"projectId":9837757,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Your donation of graphic novels and a new rug has already made a meaningful difference for my students. The rug has helped create a warm, inviting reading space where students can gather for mini-lessons, independent reading, partner discussions, and class read-alouds. It has quickly become a favorite spot in the room and helps make reading feel special and comfortable.\r\n\r\nThe graphic novels have brought a new level of excitement to reading. These texts are highly engaging while also helping students build important literacy skills such as comprehension, sequencing, inference, vocabulary, and analyzing how images and words work together to tell a story. Students are learning that strong reading involves much more than decoding words; it also means understanding character emotions, plot development, theme, and visual details.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who have been hesitant readers are especially drawn to these books. I have seen students eagerly pick up books, recommend titles to classmates, and stay focused for longer periods of time during reading time. Some students who rarely showed enthusiasm for reading are now asking if they can keep reading after class activities end. Your kindness has helped create a classroom where students feel excited to read, comfortable to learn, and confident in themselves as readers. Thank you for investing in our students and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1766597670544,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-and-a-cozy-rugreading-ma/9837757/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels and a Cozy Rug=Reading Magic","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10315746_orig.jpg?crop=4284,4284,x0,y1156&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760728116181","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10315746"},{"teacherId":10070307,"projectId":10100184,"letterContent":"Thank you so much supporting these kids during state testing this year!! These snacks that you provided helped keep them energized to push through. Our kids took eight state tests in a matter of six days. Having nutritious snacks to help keep them going was such a blessing. They were extremely excited to have such a variety!! You and your generous donation helped make this a reality. As a teacher in a fixed income, and many parents who are in the same boat, you making this donation was very important.","fullyFundedDate":1772116130532,"projectUrl":"project/dont-let-standardized-testing-drain-us/10100184/","projectTitle":"Don't Let Standardized Testing Drain Us!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10070307_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756047061571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10070307"},{"teacherId":10070307,"projectId":9817894,"letterContent":"Talk about fun and high engagement. My fourth grade students were so excited to do an escape room in the dark with black lights, solving problems with invisible ink earning prices of the puzzle to unlock the boxes for a prize. What a way to prep for state testing. They were solving multiplication, long division, and fraction problems with such excitement. They are begging for me to create another one!! Thank you for such a fun activity. Your donations made this happen!! The kids went home in a high and loving math classroom his day.","fullyFundedDate":1767193606904,"projectUrl":"project/escape-the-equation-engaging-math-throu/9817894/","projectTitle":"Escape the Equation: Engaging Math Through Escape Rooms","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10070307_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756047061571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10070307"},{"teacherId":10319417,"projectId":9843459,"letterContent":"Thank you again for the cozy cushions. The students love them! We are so grateful that we have people like you that help out schools. The kids are more comfortable when they come into class. They love being able to move the cushions around also. They can sit on the floor with them or put them in the chair. It makes seating more functional and practical. The kids truly use them every day. We are able to stack them at the end of the day and then students get them when they get to school the next day. Depending upon where they are working, they just take the cushion with them. again, we appreciate you and think about you daily since the cushions are used every day.","fullyFundedDate":1767193606697,"projectUrl":"project/getting-comfy-and-cozy-while-learning/9843459/","projectTitle":"Getting Comfy and Cozy While Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10319417"},{"teacherId":10070307,"projectId":10005385,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued support of my classroom this year! The kids have started receiving the books and have enjoyed getting their hands on them. Today, kids read books about fractions and converting fractions to decimals, which is the current TN standard that I am teaching in class. They were excited to read in a book about the math skill they are mastering. Within the book, there were math questions embedded, and I watched them work them out with dry erase markers on their desk. It was a special joy to see them excited! Thanks to you that moment was offered to me! T","fullyFundedDate":1771082387800,"projectUrl":"project/reading-our-way-to-math-confidence/10005385/","projectTitle":"Reading Our Way to Math Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10070307_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756047061571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10070307"},{"teacherId":4442202,"projectId":9688551,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, technology in our classroom is no longer just a \"special treat\"... it's become a meaningful learning tool that supports students every single day.\r\n\r\nIn simple terms, the iPads help me meet students exactly where they are. In reading, students can listen to stories while following along with the text, which strengthens fluency and comprehension. Struggling readers benefit from audio support and highlighted text, while advanced readers can access more challenging material. In math, interactive programs provide immediate feedback, allowing students to practice skills, correct mistakes, and build confidence in real time. Instead of waiting for help, they can try again and learn from the process.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is the independence the technology gives them. They love being able to take ownership of their learning...choosing tools, creating digital projects, recording voices while reading, and seeing their growth. The engagement level has soared.\r\n\r\nI've seen especially powerful growth in students with learning differences or with students who are English Language Learners. One student who struggled with reading due to lack of confidence now uses audio support and recording features to practice privately before sharing with the class. Another student who found it difficult to stay focused during whole-group instruction thrives during personalized math practice, where lessons adjust to their pace. The boost in confidence has been incredible to witness.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a more inclusive classroom where every child has access to tools that match their unique needs. The technology isn't replacing great teaching, it's enhancing it, giving students new pathways to succeed and believe in themselves.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1758188070762,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-every-learner-with-ipads/9688551/","projectTitle":"Empowering Every Learner with iPads","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Turner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4442202_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757093356977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/l-iglesias"},{"teacherId":10234762,"projectId":9839622,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project! Thanks to your generosity, my classroom is buzzing with excitement and positive energy.\r\n\r\nThe students absolutely love the rewards you helped provide—colorful animal, insect, and fruit bookmarks (especially the scented ones!), fun pencil charms, sticky hands, squishy pop-it balls, cool vinyl stickers, and student incentive dog tag necklaces (a few students have family members who serve and found these to be truly special!). These small surprises make a BIG difference! Students are eager to stay on task, show kindness, and put forth their best effort because positive choices are being celebrated.\r\n\r\nThe rewards have turned everyday moments into opportunities for encouragement and growth. You've helped create a classroom where learning feels fun, motivating, and rewarding.\r\n\r\nThank you for making my students feel seen, celebrated, and excited to learn. Your kindness has truly made our classroom a happier place!","fullyFundedDate":1763389801287,"projectUrl":"project/motivated-to-learn-rewards-that-encoura/9839622/","projectTitle":"Motivated to Learn: Rewards That Encourage Positive Behavior and Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Woods","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10234762"},{"teacherId":10234762,"projectId":9839323,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, my 4th grade students now have access to engaging fiction and nonfiction books that directly support our history standards.\r\n\r\nThese books are already making a meaningful impact. Students are exploring historical events through nonfiction texts that build background knowledge and critical thinking skills, while fiction stories help them connect emotionally to the people and experiences of the past. This combination strengthens comprehension, vocabulary, and a deeper understanding of history in a way textbooks alone cannot.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has sparked excitement for reading and learning. The day they arrived, I had students flocking to check them out! They eagerly return their book and check out the next! The wide variety from picture books to chapter books and everything in between is perfect for my diverse group of learners. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping them grow as confident readers and historians. Your support truly makes a lasting difference in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1761919646620,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-america-history-books-for-cur/9839323/","projectTitle":"Exploring America: History Books for Curious 4th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Woods","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10234762"},{"teacherId":10061414,"projectId":9427283,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the rugs, books and other much needed classroom materials. The students were absolutely thrilled. We gathered right away on the new rug for our first read aloud and their excitement was priceless. The cozy space has quickly become the heart of our classroom, where students read,learn,and share together each day. The new books have sparked so much curiosity and joy,and used during centers and small groups. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference, and we are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1756315210647,"projectUrl":"project/new-classroom/9427283/","projectTitle":"New Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Winningham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10061414"},{"teacherId":10229443,"projectId":9659905,"letterContent":"On behalf of the fourth-grade my students, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your collective generosity. Your thoughtful donation of cozy cushions, engaging new books, and inspiring blank books has truly transformed our learning environment and ignited a joy for literacy.\r\n\r\nThe fresh selection of books has revitalized our classroom library, providing exciting reading material. Combined with the cozy cushions, these items have created flexible, inviting reading nooks. This comfort and access encourage students to read more frequently, leading to improved vocabulary and reading comprehension.\r\n\r\nThe soft seating options offer students an alternative to traditional desks, helping them to self-regulate and maintain focus for longer periods. This comfortable environment makes reading a more relaxing and enjoyable experience, directly supporting a positive classroom culture.\r\n\r\nThe donation of blank books is perhaps one of the most exciting. These books gave my fourth graders the opportunity to move beyond being just readers and become published authors! They are currently busy planning, writing, and illustrating their own stories. This project give them a sense of pride, ownership, and a deep understanding of the writing process, boosting their confidence as writers.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for investing in my students. Your generosity is fostering lifelong readers and learners. You have sparked a joy for reading!","fullyFundedDate":1758188068914,"projectUrl":"project/spark-the-joy-of-reading/9659905/","projectTitle":"Spark the Joy of Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10229443"},{"teacherId":10234762,"projectId":9668697,"letterContent":"Thank you again for supporting my students' in their education journey! Because of your kindness, our new wobble stools have transformed the way my students learn each day. These flexible seating options allow my students to move, stay engaged, and channel their energy in positive ways—especially those who focus best when they aren't confined to a traditional chair.\r\n\r\nThe flexible seating wobble seats are a huge hit! The moment I unboxed them, students ran over eager to be the first to try out our new seating. In fact, they are so popular we keep a running list of who has had a stool so far that week in order to ensure all students have a chance to experience the fun seating. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a real, lasting impact. Thank you for believing in my students and for helping create a classroom where every child can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1758188073356,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/9668697/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Woods","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10234762"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_93435","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":788,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":47,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":87,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":5,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"23.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.1,"schoolId":93435,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Boones Creek Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Boones Creek Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/tennessee/washington-county-school-district/boones-creek-elementary-school/93435"}