{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"McWillie Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10026569,"projectId":9333702,"letterContent":"Thank you! Your generous donations have helped transform our classroom environment into a vibrant hub of discovery and collaboration. The new resources have directly empowered our scholars with agency as they take ownership of their learning journey. The shift is evident in the remarkable increase in engagement we observe daily. Students who were simply going through the motions are now actively seeking out challenges, enthusiastically collaborating with their peers, and approaching complex topics with genuine curiosity and focus. This renewed passion for learning is the first and most critical impact of your support.\r\n\r\nThis increased focus and collaborative spirit have ripple effects that lead to deeper and richer academic learning. When scholars are fully engaged and feel a sense of agency, they naturally move beyond surface-level memorization to critical thinking and problem-solving. The nature of these collaborative activities provides invaluable, organic opportunities for social-emotional learning (SEL). Our students are practicing essential life skills - like effective communication, empathy, conflict resolution, and self-management - every time they work together on a project. Your contribution hasn't just provided materials; it has created a dynamic ecosystem that fosters both intellectual growth and the development of well-rounded, socially competent individuals ready for future success.","fullyFundedDate":1747509408534,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-futures-a-classroom-designed-f/9333702/","projectTitle":"Flexible Futures: a Classroom Designed for Collaboration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thames","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10026569_orig.jpg?crop=1365,1365,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746661179333","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsthames"},{"teacherId":10018957,"projectId":9324033,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our project \"STEMming Foundations with Tinkers and Curiosities\" has given our students the chance to explore the world of science, technology, engineering, and math in meaningful, hands-on ways. We are so grateful for your support in helping us establish the foundations of our STEM program.\r\n\r\nWith the materials provided, our young learners now have access to the basic science necessities they need to grow as curious thinkers and problem-solvers. From simple experiments to tinkering with building sets and interactive tools, students have been able to investigate questions, design their own projects, and explore how the world around them works. These resources have helped transform science from something they read about into something they can touch, build, test, and improve.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been clear in their excitement and engagement. Students are asking deeper questions, working together to solve challenges, and showing incredible creativity in their projects. They are developing essential skills like critical thinking, collaboration, and resilience—all while discovering that STEM is not only fun but also connected to their everyday lives.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your gift is fostering an early love for STEM fields in children who are just beginning their educational journey. By putting these tools in their hands now, you are helping to spark the curiosity that may one day grow into a lifelong passion for science, engineering, or technology.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students, I want to thank you for believing in them. Your kindness has given them the chance to tinker, create, and dream big—and those opportunities will stay with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1751515982732,"projectUrl":"project/stemming-foundations-with-tinkers-and-cu/9324033/","projectTitle":"STEMming Foundations with Tinkers and Curiosities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10018957"},{"teacherId":9975920,"projectId":9208156,"letterContent":"AAC provides students with complex communication needs a means to communicate, transforming their ability to share their unique personalities, perspectives, and needs. AAC allows students to participate more fully in classroom discussions and group activities, making it easier to build relationships with peers and teachers. Knowing they have a reliable way to communicate builds confidence and reduces anxiety, helping students feel more secure and engaged in their learning journey. AAC allows students to share their thoughts, needs, and ideas, bridging the gap between their communication abilities and By supporting language development. Thank you so much for your help in making this a reality for these students!","fullyFundedDate":1746468273337,"projectUrl":"project/communicate-with-confidence/9208156/","projectTitle":"Communicate With Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mutziger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9975920"},{"teacherId":4502520,"projectId":9300961,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kind donation! Engaging books have provided the \"extra push\" students need to advance their Lexile reading levels. With fresh, relevant books to choose from, students often show significant progress in their literacy skills.\r\n\r\nNew books can create a sense of excitement and eagerness for reading in the classroom. Students become thrilled when they see the classroom library expand with books relevant to their interests, and they enthusiastically pick out books to read.\r\n\r\n By accessing rich and complex texts, students are better equipped to comprehend various subjects and information in high school and college. Reading about a wide range of topics also enhances cross-curricular connections.","fullyFundedDate":1746468274961,"projectUrl":"project/new-books-for-our-book-nook/9300961/","projectTitle":"New Books For Our Book Nook!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crocker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4502520_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y240&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746040294607","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcwillie"},{"teacherId":10018571,"projectId":9323827,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation. Our classroom received new hands-on learning materials and they have already transformed the way my students learn. My students learn best when they can touch, build, and explore. With these resources, math and reading concepts are no longer just numbers or words on a page—they are things students can see and feel. For example, during math lessons, students used manipulatives to model addition and subtraction. Concepts that once felt confusing now make sense because they can physically move and group objects. \r\nOne student who often struggles to remember steps in math was able to use the new materials to \"see\" the problem in front of them. This gave them confidence and helped them solve problems more independently. Another student who is usually hesitant during lessons became excited to share their thinking because the tools made learning more interactive.\r\nYour support has provided more than just classroom supplies—you've given my students the opportunity to develop confidence, problem-solving skills, and a deeper understanding of big concepts. These materials will continue to be used daily, giving students many opportunities to grow as learners.\r\nOn behalf of our entire class, thank you for investing in my students' education. Your generosity has made learning more meaningful, fun, and engaging for every child in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746706776835,"projectUrl":"project/building-concrete-to-abstract-hands-on/9323827/","projectTitle":"Building Concrete to Abstract: Hands on Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10018571_orig.jpg?crop=552,552,x0,y16&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746498167861","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10018571"},{"teacherId":7594319,"projectId":9097274,"letterContent":"Our class is so thankful for your donations! \r\nOur scholars use headphones daily to complete technology assignments and thanks to your generous donation every student has what they need! Scholars love using the new headphones! \r\nAs we change units, new center activities are needed. The donations of card stock and lamination, allows me to create fun and interactive centers that increase curiosity and supplement learning each week. \r\nFinally, learning to write in prek requires a lot of practice. We are so excited about our new expo markers and will use them daily.\r\nThank you again for helping us replenish the classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1742913048342,"projectUrl":"project/replenish-the-classroom-centers-help-u/9097274/","projectTitle":"Replenish The Classroom : Centers Help Us Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7594319_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738648912038","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7594319"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_15919","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":406,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":57,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":70,"percentWhite":21,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":1,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"19.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":68.3,"schoolId":15919,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about McWillie Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"McWillie Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/mississippi/jackson-public-school-district/mcwillie-elementary-school/15919"}