{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"J.T. Brackenridge Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8479580,"projectId":9085649,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Because of your gift, my students now have the headphones they need to focus during their intervention time. The difference has been amazing—students are able to tune out distractions, concentrate on their work, and truly engage with their personalized learning.\r\n\r\nI'm thrilled to share that most of my students have already shown more than a year's growth! These results would not have been possible without your support. Your generosity has given my students the tools they need to succeed, and you've helped create an environment where learning feels comfortable and achievable.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kindness and belief in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1738543822440,"projectUrl":"project/sounding-out-success-providing-headphon/9085649/","projectTitle":"Sounding Out Success: Providing Headphones for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dardy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8479580_orig.jpg?crop=746,746,x142,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1653068171051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8479580"},{"teacherId":8479580,"projectId":9232177,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our project! Because of you, my students now have a brand-new class set of books to enjoy together. We've already begun reading what has quickly become our new favorite book, and the excitement in the classroom is contagious!\r\n\r\nWith these books in hand, my students are not only able to embark on new creative journeys through story, but they are also growing their vocabulary and confidence as readers. It has been incredible to see them dive into discussions, make connections, and share their ideas with one another.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than words can express. You've given my students the opportunity to fall in love with reading and to see themselves as capable, curious learners. Thank you for making such a lasting difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1746783031931,"projectUrl":"project/creative-journeys/9232177/","projectTitle":"Creative Journeys","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dardy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8479580_orig.jpg?crop=746,746,x142,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1653068171051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8479580"},{"teacherId":9168644,"projectId":9124616,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the transformative impact the mobile book station has had on our classroom environment. Since its introduction, I've observed remarkable improvements in multiple areas of our learning space.\r\n\r\nStudent Engagement:\r\nThe mobile book station has dramatically increased student excitement about reading. Students now eagerly anticipate selecting books and have developed a genuine sense of ownership over our classroom library. They take pride in organizing and maintaining the station, which has notably improved their sense of responsibility.\r\n\r\nClassroom Morale:\r\nThe station has become a central hub of positive energy. Students collaborate while selecting books, discuss their reading choices, and show increased enthusiasm for literacy. This has created a more cohesive and supportive classroom atmosphere, where reading is celebrated as an enjoyable activity rather than a mandatory task.\r\n\r\nPersonal Space and Ownership:\r\nBy allowing students to curate and manage the mobile book station, we've created a unique space that truly belongs to them. They've learned valuable organizational skills and developed a sense of pride in maintaining their shared resource.\r\n\r\nAcademic Benefits:\r\nBeyond the social and emotional advantages, we've seen improved reading engagement and comprehension. Students are more motivated to read diverse materials and share their discoveries with classmates.\r\n\r\nI am grateful for the opportunity to implement this innovative learning tool in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746783041449,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-out-of-this-world/9124616/","projectTitle":"Reading is Out of This World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9168644_orig.jpg?crop=698,698,x0,y62&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694285787317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9168644"},{"teacherId":1935550,"projectId":9330983,"letterContent":"Your donations has provided me the ability to have diverse reading materials in the classroom that will deeply enrich my scholars learning experiences and foster a more inclusive, empathetic, and critical-thinking environment. It's so important to provide my scholars to different cultures, it helps readers see the world from viewpoints outside their own. It encourages empathy and open-mindedness by allowing readers to experience the lives of people from different backgrounds. It also enhances critical thinking and strengthens Literacy and Communication Skills and helps readers become more versatile writers and speakers by understanding different modes of expression. By providing these reading books you are encouraging lifelong learning. It fuels the curiosity, leading readers to explore new fields and topics they may not have encountered otherwise.\r\n\r\nThank you.","fullyFundedDate":1746783012133,"projectUrl":"project/lets-rock-and-read/9330983/","projectTitle":"Let's Rock and Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carrender","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722229083988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccarender"},{"teacherId":1935550,"projectId":9475828,"letterContent":"We will begin putting the new headphones with microphones to great use during our reading and literacy lessons! One standout project will involve students participating in \"Read-Aloud Recording Stations,\" where they will take turns reading short passages into a reading app. They will be able to play back their recordings to hear themselves read fluently and track their progress over time. They are eager to have read aloud practice from the selection of books sent along with online Read aloud practice programs. My scholars will read into a program or app that gives feedback (e.g., fluency practice, pronunciation tools). This in turn will build oral proficiency and confidence. It will also give them ownership of their learning. \r\n\r\n The moment the headphones arrived, my scholars were buzzing with excitement! There was genuine curiosity as they asked, \"Can we try them today?\" I know my scholars are eager to hear themselves. I know this is going to help my Dual language scholars focus without distractions. It will make learning feel more high-tech and personal.","fullyFundedDate":1754401019133,"projectUrl":"project/lets-read/9475828/","projectTitle":"Let's Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carrender","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722229083988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccarender"},{"teacherId":1935550,"projectId":9332135,"letterContent":"Adding Minecraft-themed classroom decor this school year has helped transform my classroom into a fun, immersive learning space that sparks excitement and creativity. Without a doubt having this decor will provide an engagement boost! Students feel a stronger connection to the classroom environment. I am confident that the items purchased with your donation will increase participation from students who may be shy or disengaged in traditional settings. It will provide positive reinforcement: Students will associate school with something fun and familiar. It will definitely provide a better classroom culture, especially by using Minecraft theme for classroom management.","fullyFundedDate":1747428346631,"projectUrl":"project/minecraft-our-world/9332135/","projectTitle":"Minecraft \"Our\" World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carrender","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722229083988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccarender"},{"teacherId":1935550,"projectId":9331497,"letterContent":"First day of school was a success!! As student's walked into the classroom, they were all smiles. They were eager to organize their school supplies. Having the pocket chair organizers for each of them came in handy. The bright classic colors blended well with the classroom theme. Their desks are too small to store anything in them. But with your donation they were able to store a few notebooks, pencil pouches/boxes and their lanyards. It reduced the clutter on tables, counters, or around the classroom by giving small items a designated spot. Let's not forget the portability. Most are lightweight and easy to move from one chair to another.","fullyFundedDate":1747407362077,"projectUrl":"project/chair-swag/9331497/","projectTitle":"Chair Swag","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carrender","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722229083988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccarender"},{"teacherId":1935550,"projectId":8787156,"letterContent":"My student's were able to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month throughout the classroom. 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Being able to see and recognize the trailblazers who have paved the way for all who have followed.\r\n\r\nWas great to display these pioneers, it provided a sense of togetherness and embodied the Hispanic spirit, which is why Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated every year. \r\nIt celebrates family ties and culture.","fullyFundedDate":1727394306790,"projectUrl":"project/hispanic-heritage-month-2024/8787156/","projectTitle":"Hispanic Heritage Month 2024","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carrender","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722229083988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccarender"},{"teacherId":1935550,"projectId":8679852,"letterContent":"The handy writing folder has guided students step-by-step through the writing process—with fold-out pockets that store everything from the initial story map to the final draft! Plus, each side of the folder is jam-packed with information to help students along the way, including topic ideas, an editing checklist and more. Students have followed the simple steps on each of the 4 inside pockets...and produce a polished piece every time! Providing the pens, markers, and pencils will make their creativity come to life.\r\n\r\nThe folder is a great visual reminder of the writing process, and it also helps the students organize their work under appropriate tabs for ease of use.","fullyFundedDate":1724966546367,"projectUrl":"project/creative-writing/8679852/","projectTitle":"Creative Writing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carrender","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722229083988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccarender"},{"teacherId":1935550,"projectId":8810168,"letterContent":"My students were enthusiastic to use the 50 Money Activity set of 50 double-sided activity cards to learn math skills with money. Your donations helped with topics that included: coins, skip counting, trading, addition, comparison, denominations, place value, equivalence, receipts, methods of payment, addition, subtraction, giving change, multiplication, estimation, sharing, division, probability, decimals, fractions, percentages, finance, exchange rates and interest. Students continue to be eager to use these items during Math center time. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1727394239498,"projectUrl":"project/money-money-money/8810168/","projectTitle":"Money, Money, Money","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carrender","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722229083988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccarender"},{"teacherId":1935550,"projectId":8996675,"letterContent":"The individual book pouches for students feature different bright edges; have been used to carry their workstation papers and homework. The portable clipboards are compact in size and light in weight, can fit in their book pouches and backpacks well. The flexible latch design makes it easy to open and close, but it can also prevent items from falling; There is a hole on the back of the clipboard, you can hang the clipboard on the wall for storage. The colored plastic organizers with locking clasp will keep workstation papers secure. Students have been able to keep their homework and class work papers organized. Thank you very much!","fullyFundedDate":1738538813677,"projectUrl":"project/portable-workstations/8996675/","projectTitle":"Portable Workstations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carrender","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1935550_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722229083988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccarender"},{"teacherId":8497978,"projectId":9036351,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution that made it possible for our classroom to receive a sensory swing. Your support has had a truly meaningful impact on the lives of my students with special needs.\r\n\r\nSince installing the sensory swing, I have seen remarkable changes in the way many of my students engage and regulate their emotions throughout the school day. For some, the swing provides a calming retreat that helps reduce anxiety and sensory overload. For others, it offers just the right amount of input to improve focus and prepare them for learning. It has become a safe and joyful space—something they look forward to and benefit from daily.","fullyFundedDate":1740173954281,"projectUrl":"project/swinging-into-2025/9036351/","projectTitle":"Swinging into 2025","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Haston","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8497978_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691630988162","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8497978"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_9419","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":556,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":92,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":72.2,"schoolId":9419,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about J.T. 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