{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"J.O. Wilson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":57.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7136928,"projectId":9797125,"letterContent":"Thanks to our generous donors, the Interactions With Books Matter project has helped make reading more exciting and meaningful for my fifth-grade scholars. Students are using the new books to practice important skills such as identifying main ideas, making inferences, citing text evidence, building vocabulary, and conducting research. They especially enjoy having new books to explore independently and share with classmates. These resources are helping students build reading stamina, strengthen comprehension, and develop confidence as readers. As we continue learning, students will use the books to research topics, support their writing, and make connections between reading, science, and the world around them. Thank you for helping our scholars S.O.A.R.!","fullyFundedDate":1764556585967,"projectUrl":"project/interactions-with-books-matter/9797125/","projectTitle":"Interactions (with Books) Matter!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reynolds","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/reynoldsjo"},{"teacherId":7136928,"projectId":10243783,"letterContent":"# Project Impact\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our fifth-grade scholars headed to Hershey Park prepared for a day of fun, friendship, and celebration! Each student received a clear drawstring bag filled with snacks, water, sunglasses, a handheld fan, rain poncho, hand sanitizer, and other goodies to keep them comfortable throughout the trip. Their excitement as they explored their bags was priceless, and they loved having their own supplies for the day!\r\n\r\nThis trip was more than roller coasters and rides—it was a celebration of how far our Cardinals have come! After a year of learning, growing, and preparing for middle school, our scholars were able to relax, have fun with their classmates, and create some of their final memories together as elementary students. Next, we will celebrate their accomplishments at fifth-grade promotion before sending them off to their next adventure. Thank you for making this experience special and helping our Cardinals S.O.A.R. into sixth grade!","fullyFundedDate":1778228448473,"projectUrl":"project/hershey-park-send-off-sweet-celebration/10243783/","projectTitle":"Hershey Park Send-Off: Sweet Celebrations and Summer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reynolds","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/reynoldsjo"},{"teacherId":2535362,"projectId":9975790,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and belief in this project. This small gesture helped us send our students off with a token of love, stamp of completion, and a favorite - bubbles! \r\n\r\nThe book is important as it will always reinforce the message to be your authentic self. This is something important for all people, being true to yourself, your likes and dislikes, and the realization that it is perfectly acceptable to agree to disagree. The book will stand the test of time despite the handwritten message being from the end of kindergarten. \r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1773941314997,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-complete-gifts-and-a-remin/9975790/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Complete! Gifts and a Reminder Always Be YOUrself!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cauley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2535362_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753114440086","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tashia-cauley"},{"teacherId":9573080,"projectId":9950223,"letterContent":"Our 3rd–5th grade artists at J.O. Wilson Elementary loved exploring the world of sculpture! They created both abstract sculptures and architecture-inspired designs, giving them the opportunity to transform their creative ideas into three-dimensional works of art.\r\n\r\nThroughout the unit, students experimented with a variety of materials, including popsicle sticks and aluminum foil, while also learning how to use hot glue guns safely and responsibly. There was plenty of trial and error along the way, but students persevered, solved problems creatively, and remained fully engaged throughout the process.\r\n\r\nThe hard work and dedication of our young artists truly paid off. Many of their incredible sculptures were proudly displayed in our school art show, celebrating their creativity and craftsmanship, before students had the opportunity to take their unique 3D masterpieces home to share with their families.","fullyFundedDate":1765305296871,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-3d-sculpture-with-young-artist/9950223/","projectTitle":"Exploring 3D Sculpture With Young Artists!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amegah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9573080_orig.jpg?crop=1559,1560,x0,y384&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718899681922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9573080"},{"teacherId":9573080,"projectId":9410538,"letterContent":"Our after-school art club gave students the time and space to explore their creativity alongside friends in a fun, welcoming environment. It became a place where young artists could experiment, collaborate, and express themselves beyond the regular school day.\r\n\r\nStudents especially loved the provided snacks, which helped create a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere, as well as the freedom to create with the wide variety of art materials made available through this campaign. They eagerly explored new techniques, shared ideas, and supported one another throughout each project.\r\n\r\nThe resources provided by this campaign made a meaningful difference by encouraging imagination, confidence, and artistic growth. With access to quality materials and a dedicated creative space, our students were empowered to take risks, build friendships, and develop a lifelong love of making art.","fullyFundedDate":1751056217866,"projectUrl":"project/after-school-art-club/9410538/","projectTitle":"After School Art Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amegah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9573080_orig.jpg?crop=1559,1560,x0,y384&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718899681922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9573080"},{"teacherId":1955050,"projectId":9863483,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our DonorsChoose supporters, our school's Wellness Team was able to assemble and distribute 100 Take-Home Family Dinner Bags to families in our school community. Each bag contained the ingredients needed to prepare a comforting pasta dinner, along with an activity designed to encourage families to connect, reflect, and spend meaningful time together.\r\n\r\nThe project provided families with meals during a time when many were experiencing financial strain, furloughs, or interruptions in public benefits. By sending the bags home before an extended weekend break, we helped ensure that families had access to food when school-based meals and other supports might not have been available.\r\n\r\nThe dinner bags provided more than ingredients. They offered families comfort, stability, and an opportunity to gather around the table together. Students were able to return to school knowing that their families were cared for and supported by their school community. Meeting this basic need also supported students' well-being, sense of belonging, and readiness to learn.\r\n\r\nThis project strengthened the relationship between our school and our families. It demonstrated that our community is committed not only to students' academic success, but also to the health and well-being of the people who care for them each day.","fullyFundedDate":1763498194279,"projectUrl":"project/family-dinner-bags-nourishing-families/9863483/","projectTitle":"Family Dinner Bags: Nourishing Families, Nurturing Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bellamy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1955050_orig.jpg?crop=591,591,x1,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1674661246721","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1955050"},{"teacherId":1955050,"projectId":9254127,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our DonorsChoose supporters, we were able to recognize and celebrate students who achieved honor roll status throughout the school year. The materials provided helped us create meaningful quarterly celebrations that acknowledged students for their academic achievement, perseverance, and commitment to learning.\r\n\r\nStudents were proud to receive recognition for their hard work. These celebrations gave them an opportunity to pause, reflect on their accomplishments, and feel seen by their teachers, families, and school community. The excitement surrounding honor roll recognition also encouraged other students to set academic goals and work toward earning recognition during the next quarter.\r\n\r\nThis project strengthened our school culture by making academic success visible and celebratory. It reminded students that achievement is not only about grades, but also about consistent effort, responsibility, improvement, and determination. By recognizing students regularly, we were able to reinforce positive learning habits and encourage them to remain engaged in their education.","fullyFundedDate":1744825197329,"projectUrl":"project/honor-roll-heroes-celebrating-student-e/9254127/","projectTitle":"Honor Roll Heroes: Celebrating Student Excellence","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bellamy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1955050_orig.jpg?crop=591,591,x1,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1674661246721","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1955050"},{"teacherId":1955050,"projectId":9254087,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we were able to provide meaningful attendance incentives that helped students feel recognized, encouraged, and excited about coming to school each day. The snacks, school supplies, and small prizes were used during pop-up attendance celebrations, weekly and monthly attendance challenges, student raffles, and individual check-ins with students who were working to improve their attendance.\r\n\r\nThese incentives created positive moments throughout our school community. Students looked forward to attendance celebrations and were proud to be recognized for perfect attendance, improved attendance, and consistent effort. For students who had previously struggled with attendance, the incentives gave us another way to acknowledge their progress and remind them that every day they came to school mattered.\r\n\r\nThe project also supported our larger goal of creating a welcoming school culture in which attendance is encouraged through relationships, celebration, and positive reinforcement. Rather than focusing only on missed days, we were able to celebrate growth and help students see that developing strong attendance habits is something they can accomplish.","fullyFundedDate":1746787121280,"projectUrl":"project/every-day-counts-incentives-to-boost-st/9254087/","projectTitle":"Every Day Counts: Incentives to Boost Student Attendance","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bellamy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1955050_orig.jpg?crop=591,591,x1,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1674661246721","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1955050"},{"teacherId":119606,"projectId":10077541,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and providing my students with another amazing snack haul! My students absolutely love when we receive snack projects! Not only because they love a good snack, but because opening the packages is part of the excitement! I can always count on the chips and veggie snacks disappearing pretty quickly, but this past school year, my students surprised me by adding a few new favorites to their list. The Nutella breadsticks have officially earned their place as a classroom staple, right alongside the gummy bears and lollipops. We actually had so many lollipops left that we were able to pass them out on the very last day of school, giving students one more opportunity to practice sharing with their friends in other classrooms.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest surprises was just how much my students enjoyed the Dot's Pretzels. Dare I say, they may have even rivaled the potato chips! That made me especially excited because I love seeing my elementary students willing to try something new. It feels even better when they discover they actually enjoy it. The GoGo SqueeZe applesauce was another great addition, giving students something different to choose from while still providing the quick, convenient snacks that work so well in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity does so much more than keep our snack area stocked. These projects give my students choices, introduce them to new foods, and help me find more options that they genuinely enjoy. With favorites like the pretzels and applesauce joining the rotation, I may even be able to sneak a little less \"junk\" food into our future snack hauls! Thank you for helping create these small but meaningful moments of excitement, sharing, and discovery in our classroom. We truly appreciate your continued support!","fullyFundedDate":1772550408675,"projectUrl":"project/another-snack-haul/10077541/","projectTitle":"Another Snack Haul!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Woods","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp119606_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661914300244","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/119606"},{"teacherId":8115138,"projectId":9097079,"letterContent":"This project brought a new level of depth and purpose to my classroom library. By providing books that highlight activists from around the world, my students were able to see that overcoming adversity and standing up for what is right is not limited to one group of people—it is a shared human experience.\r\n\r\nThe collection exposed students to different types of injustice, from civil rights and education access to gender equality and environmental issues. These stories naturally sparked meaningful conversations during reading time. Students began asking thoughtful questions, making connections, and developing a stronger sense of empathy for people whose experiences may be different from their own.\r\n\r\nI noticed an increase in engagement during independent reading because students felt connected to the real-life stories. They weren't just reading—they were learning about courage, resilience, and the impact one person can have on the world. Many students even began to reflect on their own values and what it means to stand up for others.\r\n\r\nThis project also supported critical thinking. Students compared different forms of injustice, discussed fairness, and started to understand that change often requires persistence and collective effort. These are big concepts for second and third graders, but the books made them accessible and meaningful.\r\n\r\nOverall, this collection helped shape my classroom into a space where students not only grow as readers, but also as thoughtful, informed individuals. It reinforced the idea that their voices matter and that they, too, can make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1738794013076,"projectUrl":"project/activating-activism-cultivating-childre/9097079/","projectTitle":"Activating Activism: Cultivating Children That Are Change Agents!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ndenecho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8115138_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680835965875","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8115138"},{"teacherId":8115138,"projectId":9925199,"letterContent":"When students have a Book Buddy, they're no longer reading alone. They're reading to someone. That small change makes a big difference, especially for my more hesitant readers. I've seen students become more willing to open their books, read aloud quietly, and stick with a text longer when they feel like they have a companion.\r\n\r\nThese Book Buddies will also help increase reading stamina. Instead of rushing through or losing focus, students are more likely to stay engaged because the experience feels comforting and purposeful. It creates a calm, positive reading environment where students can practice without fear of being corrected or judged.","fullyFundedDate":1766067036711,"projectUrl":"project/book-in-one-hand-buddy-in-the-other/9925199/","projectTitle":"Book in One Hand! 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