{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jefferson County Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":75.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9067581,"projectId":10094631,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students have been able to actively engage with hands-on learning in ways that weren't possible before. We've been using the new materials during small group instruction and independent work time, allowing students to explore concepts more deeply. One memorable moment was during a collaborative project where students used the resources to solve real-world problems—there was so much excitement as they shared ideas, tested solutions, and celebrated their progress together.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were thrilled. Their faces lit up with curiosity and eagerness, and they couldn't wait to start using everything. Many of them immediately began asking questions and brainstorming ways to use the new tools. It created an instant boost in motivation and confidence, especially for students who benefit most from interactive and engaging learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1774396992328,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-tomorrow/10094631/","projectTitle":"Tools for Tomorrow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cruel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9067581_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685999502055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9067581"},{"teacherId":2599102,"projectId":10017925,"letterContent":"The level of excitement was through the roof when my scholars and I opened our boxes! They were so happy when I explained that all the things in the box were just for them to use in our daily activities. As they started to take each item from the boxes, the excitement grew of course. \r\n\r\nWe are forever grateful to have supporters like you in our corner and assisting us with acquiring material we need to be successful in our academics. Your love, kindness, and generosity are sincerely appreciated. From the bottom of our hearts, we APPRECIATE you!","fullyFundedDate":1768531303507,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies-for-super-scholars/10017925/","projectTitle":"School Supplies for Super Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shameka McArthur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2599102_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733610215576","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shameka-ellis"},{"teacherId":8799897,"projectId":9967962,"letterContent":"On behalf of Mrs. Carter's Kindergarten class I would like to thank you for your donations that was given to us . The students really love the headphones and they work very well. The students are less distracted with the cords and the volume works wonders. The tens frame helps the students understand the problems that are asked because I am able to show them with the actual frame and not try to draw them on the board. They love that they can stick to the magnet boards they think that it is magic. Well at least that's what I told them to keep them interested with the lesson. Again I am truly grateful for the items.","fullyFundedDate":1768614499766,"projectUrl":"project/tuned-in-not-tuned-out/9967962/","projectTitle":"Tuned in Not Tuned Out!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8799897_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665758135830","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8799897"},{"teacherId":4629706,"projectId":10019827,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom! The ink and paper arrived just in time, and I am so excited to use them for math worksheets, math games, and coloring pages for relaxation. Because of your support, my students will have the high-quality materials they need to bring their work to life. It is wonderful to have your support in creating an engaging learning environment. Thank you for believing in our work!\r\n\r\nThank you for fueling our creativity! The ink and paper you donated have made a huge difference, allowing us to soar higher in Math. We appreciate your kindness. \r\nBest,","fullyFundedDate":1768587133861,"projectUrl":"project/ink-paper-for-progress-supporting-stu/10019827/","projectTitle":"Ink & Paper for Progress: Supporting Student Engagement!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Starks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4629706_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502328733760","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4629706"},{"teacherId":7096389,"projectId":10151965,"letterContent":"When the boxes of diverse materials arrived, my students practically vibrated with excitement — but nothing compared to the moment we rolled out our new state‑and‑capital carpet. They gathered around it like it was a treasure map, pointing out states they recognized, discovering new ones, and immediately quizzing each other on capitals. One student even lay down on the floor, tracing imaginary travel routes with his finger, telling his friends where he \"planned to visit next.\" It was one of those moments where learning didn't feel like a lesson at all — just pure curiosity taking over.\r\nSince then, the carpet has become the heart of our classroom. We use it during morning meetings, geography lessons, and even small‑group reading time. Students sit on the state they're researching, or choose a capital to \"visit\" during partner work. The diverse materials you provided have blended seamlessly into our daily routines too — students use them during centers, projects, and independent exploration. \r\nOur next step is diving into a project where each student will research a state of their choice and create a mini‑presentation. They're already brainstorming, sketching ideas, and gathering facts. Thanks to your generosity, they have hands‑on materials that make the learning feel real and a classroom environment that sparks their imagination. Your support didn't just give us supplies — it gave my students a sense of ownership, excitement, and pride in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1774468695947,"projectUrl":"project/diverse-books-and-etc/10151965/","projectTitle":"Diverse Books and Etc!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Kaho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7096389_orig.jpg?crop=896,896,x68,y367&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582740785580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7096389"},{"teacherId":7096389,"projectId":9907069,"letterContent":"The new supplies have already become the heartbeat of our classroom. The moment I unpacked everything, students started drifting over, touching things, asking questions, and imagining what they could make. Within minutes, they were using the supplies to sketch ideas, organize their work, and dive into projects that had felt out of reach before.\r\n Their reactions were pure joy. Several students cheered when they saw the new supplies, and a few immediately asked if they could start using them right now.\r\n Now that we have what we need, students are jumping into the next phase of their project. They're using the supplies to:\r\n• \tPlan and draft their ideas\r\n• \tCreate final versions of their work\r\n• \tShare their projects with classmates\r\nThese supplies are helping them take ownership of their learning in a way that feels real and exciting. They're not just completing assignments — they're creating work they're proud of.","fullyFundedDate":1773871415444,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-supplies/9907069/","projectTitle":"Supplies! Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Kaho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7096389_orig.jpg?crop=896,896,x68,y367&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582740785580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7096389"},{"teacherId":7096389,"projectId":9896172,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing such comfortable chairs for our library. They have completely transformed the space into a warm, welcoming place where students genuinely want to spend time. The cozy seating helps readers settle in, focus, and enjoy their books without feeling rushed or uncomfortable. \r\n\r\nStudents who once struggled to stay engaged during reading time now linger happily, and many have said the chairs make the library feel like a special place just for them. Your thoughtful contribution has created an environment that supports relaxation, curiosity, and a real love for reading. It's a small change with a big impact, and we are truly grateful for the care you've shown in making our library a more inviting and student‑centered space.","fullyFundedDate":1773871414690,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-seats/9896172/","projectTitle":"Comfortable Seats","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Kaho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7096389_orig.jpg?crop=896,896,x68,y367&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582740785580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7096389"},{"teacherId":10062134,"projectId":10105884,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of hand sanitizer and Clorox. I have been using Clorox all my life. Now thanks to your support; I am able to use it in my classroom. Your support helps us maintain a clean and healthy classroom where students can learn safely. These essential items allow us to disinfect surfaces, reduce the spread of germs, and encourage good hygiene habits each day. We truly appreciate your kindness and commitment to supporting the health and well-being of our students. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference in our classroom. 🧴✨🧽","fullyFundedDate":1772136703992,"projectUrl":"project/a-healthy-classroom-is-a-necessity/10105884/","projectTitle":"A Healthy Classroom Is a Necessity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shawanna R Hawkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10062134_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771787996218","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10062134"},{"teacherId":10062134,"projectId":10093583,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of Dial soap to our classroom. Your thoughtful support helps us maintain a clean and healthy learning environment for our students. Each day the students are eager to wash their hands with the Dial soap. They always comment on how wonderful their hands smell. This makes me so happy. I am forever grateful for you donating this product. We truly appreciate your kindness and commitment to supporting our classroom. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference every day. 🧼✨","fullyFundedDate":1771621752031,"projectUrl":"project/dial-soap-to-the-rescue/10093583/","projectTitle":"Dial Soap to the Rescue","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shawanna R Hawkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10062134_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771787996218","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10062134"},{"teacherId":2557832,"projectId":9299886,"letterContent":"Thank you again for helping to bring this project to life! We have had such a great time learning with all our new science resources!\r\nEarth Day is just around the corner and we will be studying how to reduce, reuse, and recylce! Our new recycling trucks and recycle books will be just pefect for helping to develop their understanding of recycling to save our planet. \r\nWe have also studied life cycle of the butterfly, frog, and chicken. We used the hands-on manipulatives that looked so realistic to help us remember the order of each animal's life cycle. The kiddos also loved seeing the butterfly develop from its caterpillar stage to the butterfly with wings. I will never forget their faces when we released them on the playground.\r\nWhen we return from Spring Break, our ants will arrive from Fed-ex and we will soon be watching them tunnel and dig inside their farm.\r\nThank you again for making real-life learning opportunities like these possible for us!","fullyFundedDate":1746565356720,"projectUrl":"project/little-scientists/9299886/","projectTitle":"Little Scientists!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trosclair","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2557832_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755984642922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/margaret-trosclair"},{"teacherId":2557832,"projectId":9260565,"letterContent":"Thank you again for helping to bring our science project to life! Having a science workbook has been so nice for helping us meet the State's standards for science. The kiddos love having their own science workbook. They love the colorful pictures, word searches, mazes, and vocabulary matching. I love that they are having fun while they learn.\r\nSome of the topics we have covered include: light, sound, shadows, plant concepts, insects, birds, and the solar system. Having these workbooks has truly allowed us to cover essential science subjects effortlessly!\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1745769315832,"projectUrl":"project/lets-have-a-moment-of-science/9260565/","projectTitle":"Let's Have a Moment of Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trosclair","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2557832_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755984642922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/margaret-trosclair"},{"teacherId":2589396,"projectId":10020773,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our First Grade Classroom Basic Supplies Project. Because of your kindness, our students now have essential materials like pencils, index cards, printer ink, and pocket folders for homework—items that may seem simple but make an extraordinary difference in our daily learning. We are truly grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nIn first grade, foundational skills are built through hands-on practice each and every day. Pencils are in constant use as students form letters, write sentences, solve math problems, and illustrate their ideas. Having a steady supply of sharpened pencils ensures that learning continues without interruption. It may sound small, but something as simple as not having to search for a pencil or share one between classmates helps keep our young learners focused and confident.\r\n\r\nThe index cards you provided are already becoming powerful learning tools in our classroom. We use them to practice sight words, build vocabulary, create math fact flashcards, and even write short sentences. Their versatility allows us to turn simple review into engaging, interactive practice. Students love using them for quick partner games and independent study, and I love how they make learning portable and accessible.\r\n\r\nPrinter ink is another invaluable resource that often goes unseen but supports so much of what we do. From phonics activities and math practice pages to reading passages and family communication, printed materials are essential to reinforcing skills both at school and at home. Because of your donation, I can continue providing high-quality, meaningful resources tailored to my students' needs without worrying about running out of ink.\r\n\r\nThe pocket folders for homework are already helping our students build responsibility and organization skills. First graders are just beginning to learn how to manage their materials, and having a designated place to store homework and important papers teaches valuable habits that will serve them for years to come. These folders create a consistent system between school and home, helping families stay informed and involved in their child's learning journey.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity sends a powerful message to our students—that their education matters. When children see that someone they may never meet chose to invest in their classroom, it builds a sense of belonging and encouragement. 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