{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jackson Creek Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":51.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9011347,"projectId":9487555,"letterContent":"Since receiving the new supplies, my students have been using them every day during lessons and independent work. The notebook paper and pencils have been especially helpful during writing and math practice, allowing students to stay organized and focused without worrying about missing materials. The dry erase markers and paddles have made our lessons more interactive—students love using the paddles to show answers during quick checks for understanding, which has boosted participation and confidence.\r\n\r\nStudents will use the notebook paper to draft responses and summaries to passages online to deepen understanding and annotating skills and the dry erase materials to participate in math fluency and practice during whole-group instruction. Your generosity has helped create a more engaging, prepared, and confident learning environment for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1753984822686,"projectUrl":"project/equipped-to-learn-ready-to-soar/9487555/","projectTitle":"Equipped to Learn, Ready to Soar","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simmons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9011347"},{"teacherId":5848831,"projectId":9931079,"letterContent":"As a Reading Interventionist, literacy is our focus for the 30 minutes I see each small group throughout the day. There is a lot to pack in and I always plan to meet students where they are are and ensure a level of success. For my kindergarteners, we focus heavily on Phonological Awareness, Letter Name and Letter Sound Fluency. Read Aloud books offer opportunities to practice all of these skills, from finding rhyming words to initial sounds and letter scavenger hunts. Skill practice doesn't have to be boring and can incorporate knowledge building and a great story at the same time! For older grades, we use text to delve into higher levels skills such as decoding accuracy, fluency, prosody and comprehension through asking/answering questions and written responses. Text is selected with the goals of student interest and knowledge builing at the core. \r\n\r\nWe accomplish a lot in our 30 minute sessions, but proficient reading skills require stamina and that must be built over longer periods of time. Students must apply learned skills at home with daily reading. This is where your donations to the \"Book & Blanket Bundle for Break\" comes into play! Reading at school can feel hard and it is important that they have opportunities to read in a relaxed environment and what is better than reading a good book all snuggled up in a blanket? These bundles allowed my students to continue their reading practice over break and come back ready to learn more in 2026!","fullyFundedDate":1764690564017,"projectUrl":"project/book-blanket-bundle-for-break/9931079/","projectTitle":"Book & Blanket Bundle for Break!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5848831_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752333573035","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5848831"},{"teacherId":5848831,"projectId":9459595,"letterContent":"Several of my students are developing their emotional regulation skills and when they struggling in this area, also struggle to access academic content. When the hustle and bustle of their general education classroom becomes overwhelming, my room is a safe, quiet place where they can regroup for a set time period and then return to their classrooms, ready to learn.\r\nWith the resources received, my students and I created invidual \"Break Buckets\". They were excited to see all of the new, cool sensory support items and we went through each, talking about how they can be used as a \"tool\", not a \"toy\", to help get their minds and bodies ready for learning. Each week, they are able to access the tools and choose five to put in their individual \"Break Buckets\". They come to my room, get their bucket and set a timer, then quietly use that implementing the strategies and exercises we have practiced. Each Monday they look forward to trying out some new tools and also keeping their favorites in their bucket!\r\nThese \"Break Buckets\" have resulted in great success for these students. One student is on an individual behavior chart and has recorded 14 straight days of meeting his goal with the support of these buckets!\r\nYour contribution has truly made a difference for these students!","fullyFundedDate":1762871008005,"projectUrl":"project/small-steps-to-success/9459595/","projectTitle":"Small Steps to Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5848831_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752333573035","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5848831"},{"teacherId":5105080,"projectId":9262071,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping my students immerse themselves in a world of creativity and exploration with magnetic tiles. With additional magnetic tiles, an entire class of 15-20 students can now collaborate to make intricate geometric and architectural designs.\r\n\r\nThe use of magnetic tiles have highly encouraged and showed my kindergarten students the value of sharing. In between art assignments, my older grade levels now have enough tiles to work together in small groups or independently and to bring their creative visions to live.\r\n\r\nThank you again for donating to our magnetic tile project.","fullyFundedDate":1750256221123,"projectUrl":"project/connecting-with-magnetic-tiles/9262071/","projectTitle":"Connecting With Magnetic Tiles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Love-Dantzler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5105080_orig.jpg?crop=3800,3800,x1420,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682973771655","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-lovedantzler"},{"teacherId":9011347,"projectId":9077214,"letterContent":"When our new materials arrived, my students' faces lit up with excitement! The dry erase regrouping boards have already made a huge difference in our math lessons. One of our first projects was a \"regrouping relay,\" where small groups solved multi-digit subtraction problems on their boards and raced to show their thinking. Students who once hesitated with regrouping were suddenly eager to pick up the marker and try.\r\n\r\nThe meter sticks brought measurement to life in a hands-on way. We recently measured different objects around the room, from the length of a rug to the height of our classroom door, and then compared data as a class. My students loved seeing math applied in the real world.","fullyFundedDate":1745177041557,"projectUrl":"project/meaningful-math-math-manipulatives-for/9077214/","projectTitle":"Meaningful Math: Math Manipulatives for the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simmons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9011347"},{"teacherId":9011347,"projectId":9076139,"letterContent":"The new writing materials have truly brought our classroom to life! One project where we've really seen the impact was during our \"All About Me\" writing and art unit. Students wrote short autobiographies, illustrated them with crayons, and used fun erasers and sharpeners to stay focused and engaged. Having colorful supplies made the writing process feel more personal and creative.\r\n\r\nNow that students have these materials, we're moving into our next unit: opinion writing. They'll be writing and illustrating their own narrative \"mini-books\" where they choose a topic they care about (like favorite foods or pets), state their experiences, and support them with reasons and drawings. Having their own tools means they can take ownership of their writing and keep everything organized without delay or distraction. These materials are helping build independence, creativity, and confidence every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746699596634,"projectUrl":"project/write-the-future-donate-supplies-for-cr/9076139/","projectTitle":"Write the Future: Donate Supplies for Creative Classrooms!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simmons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9011347"},{"teacherId":9011347,"projectId":9075968,"letterContent":"The new books are introducing students to a wide range of important reading skills—like making inferences, identifying themes, analyzing characters' development, and exploring author's craft. Beyond those academic goals, these books also help students build empathy, explore different cultures and perspectives, and develop a deeper understanding of real-world issues like identity, justice, and resilience. Many texts naturally spark rich discussions and give students opportunities to make personal connections with what they read.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is joyful, collaborative, and reflective. Students often read independently, but we also have time for partner reading, small-group discussions, and full-class read-alouds. You'll see students annotating with sticky notes, journaling their thoughts, or leaning in during literature circles. It's not just quiet reading time—it's active, engaged learning. We use strategies like \"Notice and Note\" signposts or \"Think Alouds\" to model critical thinking as readers.\r\n\r\nOne student who previously struggled to stay focused during independent reading has been flying through one of the new graphic novels and is now recommending it to friends.","fullyFundedDate":1746703047587,"projectUrl":"project/a-shelf-for-everyone-donate-books-that/9075968/","projectTitle":"A Shelf for Everyone: Donate Books that Reflect Us All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simmons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9011347"},{"teacherId":9371512,"projectId":9073841,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us finish out the school year with new materials. With this restock we were also able to have a small portion left over for the upcoming scholars. These materials were well loved and they made our classroom exciting! I am really thankful to receive these items and let my scholars end the school year strong. A huge thank you to all the donors including friends, families, and even companies. Your kindness does not go unnoticed! I can't wait to continue to grow my scholars for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1746785775585,"projectUrl":"project/an-investigator-needs-their-math-toolbox/9073841/","projectTitle":"An Investigator Needs Their Math Toolbox!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371512_orig.jpg?crop=2999,2999,x0,y499&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700164131632","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371512"},{"teacherId":9371512,"projectId":9094969,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us finish out the school year with new materials. With this restock we were also able to have a small portion left over for the upcoming scholars. These materials were well loved and they made our classroom exciting! I am really thankful to receive these items and let my scholars end the school year strong. A huge thank you to all the donors including friends, families, and even companies. Your kindness does not go unnoticed! I can't wait to continue to grow my scholars for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1746785667429,"projectUrl":"project/the-homestretch-restock/9094969/","projectTitle":"The Homestretch Restock!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371512_orig.jpg?crop=2999,2999,x0,y499&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700164131632","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371512"},{"teacherId":5105080,"projectId":9057093,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my project and providing my students a new experience with Mr. Sketch markers. My first grade students were especially excited to use these markers to create an AB or an ABC pattern for their self-portraits. Students were able to use fresh black sharpies to create vibrate gems with yarn and foil. Due to Spring Break and state testing, fourth grade students did not get a chance to create their yarn paintings. However, I plan to have students create their yarn paintings this upcoming month during their 21st century summer program. Thank you for helping to provide black construction paper. It served to mat over 700 pieces of artwork in this year's annual Spring art showcase. \r\n\r\nMy students and I are very thankful for you and your contributions to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1738958247370,"projectUrl":"project/creative-materials-for-the-new-year/9057093/","projectTitle":"Creative Materials for the New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Love-Dantzler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5105080_orig.jpg?crop=3800,3800,x1420,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682973771655","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-lovedantzler"},{"teacherId":9371512,"projectId":9038680,"letterContent":"This was truly amazing! Thank you so much for providing this wonderful opportunity for my students. As most of my students had never been to the zoo, this was a perfect way for them to capture their own moments and bring home those pictures forever. The students had so much fun taking the photos, sharing their printed photos, and exploring the zoo. You also made a bunch of parents' days as well, as they got to see their child's memories in picture form. This was truly an unforgettable experience.","fullyFundedDate":1736988551365,"projectUrl":"project/creating-mini-wildlife-photographers/9038680/","projectTitle":"Creating Mini Wildlife Photographers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371512_orig.jpg?crop=2999,2999,x0,y499&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700164131632","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371512"},{"teacherId":9371512,"projectId":8855576,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supplying art materials for my classroom! We have created many art projects with these materials and we will continue to create even more! I love to see their creativity flow within projects, their imagination is endless! Again, thank you so much for supporting my classroom and giving them the opportunity to grow as artists, students, innovators, and people! \r\nThis will go beyond into years to come, forever creating young inquirers. You should feel proud about the support you have given!","fullyFundedDate":1736270609360,"projectUrl":"project/learn-laugh-love-and-create/8855576/","projectTitle":"Learn, Laugh, Love, and Create!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371512_orig.jpg?crop=2999,2999,x0,y499&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700164131632","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371512"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_121000","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":551,"numTeachers":43,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":76,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":13,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":48.9,"schoolId":121000,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Jackson Creek Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Jackson Creek Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-carolina/richland-school-district-two/jackson-creek-elementary-opens-fall-2017-/121000"}