{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Winchester Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":65.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3130368,"projectId":10759712,"letterContent":"Thank you for making \"Sweet Motivation for Strong Learning\" possible for my students! The resources from this project are helping me celebrate students for giving their best effort, staying focused, participating in lessons, and showing growth. During math instruction, these incentives give students an extra reason to push through challenging tasks and take pride in their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was immediate when my students saw the materials. They were eager to earn rewards, but even more importantly, that excitement has helped create positive energy around learning. I love seeing a student work through a difficult problem, realize that persistence paid off, and feel proud of what they accomplished.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue strengthening students' mathematical understanding through small groups, problem-solving, and practice explaining their strategies. With your support, my students are learning that strong learning takes effort, practice, and perseverance. Thank you for investing in my students and helping us turn sweet motivation into strong learning!","fullyFundedDate":1792638726007,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-motivation-for-strong-learning/10759712/","projectTitle":"Sweet Motivation for Strong Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3130368_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572485968476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-d-wilson"},{"teacherId":3130368,"projectId":10698789,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students are experiencing the true power of a full stomach and a focused mind. The resources you provided for Pantry Power: Keeping Our Students Fed and Focused! are already making a meaningful difference in our school community. Each day, students visit our Bronco Kare Korral pantry to pick up snacks, meal items, and hygiene essentials that help them stay confident, comfortable, and ready to learn. One moment that stands out happened last week: a group of students preparing for small‑group math rotations grabbed healthy snacks before diving into their work, proudly sharing that they felt \"ready to think today.\" Their excitement was genuine, and it reminded me how something so simple can change the tone of an entire classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the newly stocked shelves, their reactions were priceless—wide eyes, big smiles, and a chorus of \"Thank you!\" Many were surprised that the pantry was created just for them, and they immediately began asking how they could help keep it organized and running smoothly. Their sense of ownership has been inspiring. Several students have even volunteered to assist with sorting donations, preparing grab‑and‑go bags, and helping younger students find what they need.\r\n\r\nYour support has also strengthened our ongoing lessons around responsibility, community service, and leadership. As part of our next steps, students will participate in a \"Pantry Partners\" project where they track inventory, create simple data charts, and help plan distribution for high‑need days. This blends academics with real‑world service—something they are genuinely excited about. Your contribution didn't just fill shelves; it opened the door for students to learn, lead, and care for one another.","fullyFundedDate":1791745609268,"projectUrl":"project/pantry-power-keeping-our-students-fed-a/10698789/","projectTitle":"Pantry Power: Keeping Our Students Fed and Focused!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3130368_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572485968476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-d-wilson"},{"teacherId":10648035,"projectId":10591147,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, thank you for supporting our project, \"Building Independence: Hands-On Learning Tools.\" As a functional skills teacher, one of the most rewarding parts of my job is watching my students gain confidence as they learn new skills and discover what they can do on their own. Your generosity means so much to me because it helps me provide the tools and experiences my students need to grow, explore, and become more independent. Every opportunity to practice a new skill, make a choice, or complete a task is a meaningful step forward, and I am so grateful that you are helping make those moments possible.\r\n\r\nThese hands-on materials give my students opportunities to learn by doing, practice important daily living skills, strengthen their fine motor abilities, and build confidence at their own pace. I love being able to create activities that meet each student where they are and celebrate their progress, whether it is mastering a new task or becoming a little more independent with something they practice every day. Your support helps make our classroom a place where students can feel proud of themselves, experience success, and know that their efforts matter.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and recognizing the importance of helping them build skills they can use throughout their lives. Your generosity means more than simply providing classroom materials; it gives me more opportunities to encourage my students, celebrate their accomplishments, and help them work toward greater independence. I wish you could see the pride and joy that comes with each small victory in our classroom. Please know that your kindness is making a real difference in the lives of my students, and I am truly thankful to have you as part of our learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1789598280407,"projectUrl":"project/building-independence-handson-learning/10591147/","projectTitle":"Building Independence: Hands‑On Learning Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10648035_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788715199568","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10648035"},{"teacherId":10648035,"projectId":10628565,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"A Spooktacular Halloween Celebration for Functional Skills Learners!\" Your kindness has helped make learning more engaging, meaningful, and fun for our students. The resources from this project will allow us to create memorable Halloween activities that encourage creativity, sensory exploration, communication, social interaction, and participation at each student's individual level. Your generosity helps us create a classroom environment where every student feels included, celebrated, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nOur students benefit from hands-on experiences that make learning come alive, and these materials will help us bring the Halloween spirit into our classroom while building important functional and social skills. We look forward to seeing their smiles, excitement, and joy as they participate in our Spooktacular Halloween celebration. Thank you for believing in our students, supporting their unique learning needs, and helping us create special memories while encouraging their growth and independence. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1789593707473,"projectUrl":"project/a-spooktacular-halloween-celebration-for/10628565/","projectTitle":"A Spooktacular Halloween Celebration for Functional Skills Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10648035_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788715199568","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10648035"},{"teacherId":3157774,"projectId":10338198,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students and families experienced more than just a hot meal. They felt seen, valued, and supported by a community that truly cares.\r\n Many of the children we serve face challenges beyond the classroom. For some, access to a nutritious meal is not always guaranteed. Through your support of Serving With Love: Hot Meals for Our Students & Families, we were able to provide warm, comforting meals that nourished both bodies and spirits. These meals brought families together, eased financial burdens, and reminded our students that they are surrounded by people who want them to succeed.\r\n The impact extended far beyond the food itself. Students returned to school feeling cared for and encouraged. Families expressed gratitude for the relief and support they received during a time when every helping hand mattered. Your kindness helped create moments of connection, dignity, and hope.\r\n Thank you for helping to meet the needs of our students and families. Your support helped ensure that children could focus on learning while knowing their basic needs were being addressed. Together, we are building a stronger, more caring community, one meal at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1781910309717,"projectUrl":"project/serving-with-love-hot-meals-for-our-stu/10338198/","projectTitle":"Serving With Love: Hot Meals for Our Students & Families","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bush-Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3157774"},{"teacherId":6128649,"projectId":10612174,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your kindness and generosity in helping bring science to life in our classroom! Thanks to your thoughtful donation, my fifth-grade scientists now have a mini pancake maker that lets them explore chemical changes in a fun, exciting, and delicious way! When my students first saw the pancake maker, their faces lit up with excitement! They could hardly believe they would actually get to make pancakes during science class. This wonderful resource has turned an everyday breakfast food into an unforgettable learning opportunity. As students mix ingredients and watch the batter transform into fluffy pancakes, they discover how heat triggers chemical reactions that create new substances with different properties. Watching their excitement as they connect what we learn in our textbooks to real-life experiences is truly priceless.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided my students with so much more than a pancake maker. You have allowed them to become curious scientists who ask questions, make predictions, observe changes, and explain their thinking using scientific evidence. As we continue exploring physical and chemical changes, students will use their observations to compare what happens when ingredients are mixed with what happens when the batter is cooked. They will also practice writing scientific explanations using claims, evidence, and reasoning (CER). These hands-on experiences are especially meaningful because they allow students who may struggle with traditional classroom instruction to shine, participate, and experience success in science.\r\n\r\nIt truly takes a village to raise and inspire children, and we are so blessed to have you as part of our classroom village! Your generosity reminds my students that there are people beyond our classroom walls who believe in their potential and want to see them succeed. As their teacher, there is no greater joy than watching their eyes light up when learning becomes something they can see, touch, experience, and remember. Thank you for investing in their education, supporting their curiosity, and helping me create meaningful memories that will last far beyond fifth grade. You are not just helping us make pancakes—you are helping us build confidence, inspire future scientists, and show children that learning can be filled with joy. From our classroom family to yours, thank you for being such a special part of our village!","fullyFundedDate":1789598280629,"projectUrl":"project/stem-in-the-kitchen-pancakes-candy-c/10612174/","projectTitle":"STEM in the Kitchen: Pancakes, Candy & Chemical Changes!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexandra Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6128649_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784167209168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6128649"},{"teacherId":10648035,"projectId":10641081,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Making Halloween Accessible, Joyful, and Fun for Every Student!\" Your kindness has helped us create opportunities for our functional skills learners to experience the excitement of Halloween in a way that is engaging, inclusive, and meaningful. The materials provided help us incorporate hands-on activities that encourage sensory exploration, communication, creativity, social interaction, and participation at each student's individual ability level. Every student deserves the opportunity to experience the joy of classroom celebrations, and your generosity helps make that possible.\r\n\r\nWhen students are introduced to fun, engaging materials and activities, it creates opportunities for excitement, curiosity, and meaningful learning. These resources help me provide experiences that allow students to explore, participate, interact with their peers, and build confidence while learning important functional and social skills. I am grateful to have materials that help make our classroom celebrations more accessible and enjoyable for all learners.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using these resources to create inclusive learning experiences that encourage independence, cooperation, communication, and joyful participation. Thank you for seeing the potential in our students and investing in their learning and happiness. Your generosity goes beyond providing classroom materials; it helps create special memories, meaningful experiences, and opportunities for every student to feel included, celebrated, and successful. We sincerely appreciate everything.","fullyFundedDate":1789615913461,"projectUrl":"project/making-halloween-accessible-joyful-and/10641081/","projectTitle":"Making Halloween Accessible, Joyful, and Fun for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10648035_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788715199568","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10648035"},{"teacherId":9527978,"projectId":10402718,"letterContent":"Our cheerleaders were so excited when they received their new duffle bags! These bags are more than just something to carry their belongings—they give our cheerleaders a sense of pride, unity, and belonging as members of the Winchester Elementary Broncos Cheer Team.\r\n\r\nThe girls will use their duffle bags to carry their uniforms, practice clothes, shoes, water bottles, and other necessities to practices, games, performances, and future cheer events. When they first saw the bags, their excitement was contagious! They were proud to have something that represented them as a team and made them feel like they were truly part of something special.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue preparing for our upcoming performances and events while teaching our cheerleaders the importance of responsibility, teamwork, discipline, and representing their school with pride. Having their own team duffle bags will help them stay organized and prepared wherever their cheer journey takes them.\r\n\r\nThank you to our generous donors for investing in our cheerleaders! Your support has helped us provide something our girls will use throughout the season and beyond. We are incredibly grateful for everyone who helped Carry Our Cheer with Pride!","fullyFundedDate":1786394958161,"projectUrl":"project/carry-our-cheer-with-pride/10402718/","projectTitle":"Carry Our Cheer with Pride","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9527978_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790639460158","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9527978"},{"teacherId":3728832,"projectId":10276750,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Bronco Kare Korral pantry has taken a huge step forward in serving our students and families. The new scanning tools have transformed the way we organize, track, and distribute food. Many of our donors use technology at home, but may not realize how powerful these tools can be inside a school pantry — especially one that supports hundreds of students each week.\r\n\r\nWith our new scanners, students can now help check in items, scan outgoing Weekend Bags, and monitor inventory with confidence. This technology has made the process faster, more accurate, and far more engaging for our kids. They love seeing the screen light up, hearing the beep, and watching the numbers update in real time. It feels like \"real‑world work,\" and they take pride in doing it well.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular has truly blossomed with this project. He's usually quiet, but the moment he picked up the scanner, he became our lead \"inventory captain.\" He now volunteers daily, making sure every item is scanned correctly and every family gets exactly what they need. This project didn't just improve our pantry — it gave him a place to shine.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped us teach responsibility, digital literacy, and community care all at once. You've strengthened our pantry and empowered our students. We are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1778273400714,"projectUrl":"project/scanning-with-care-tools-to-support-our/10276750/","projectTitle":"Scanning With Care: Tools to Support Our School Pantry","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Herrington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3728832"},{"teacherId":3157774,"projectId":10227874,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to our students. The luau was a meaningful and memorable experience designed to recognize, celebrate, and encourage the outstanding young ladies who participate in our Diamonds & Pearls program.\r\n\r\nThis special celebration provided our students with an opportunity to feel valued and appreciated for their leadership, character, accomplishments, and positive contributions to our school community. \r\n\r\nThe luau theme created a joyful atmosphere where students could celebrate their friendships, accomplishments, and the journey they have shared throughout the year.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this event extended beyond the celebration itself. Our Diamonds & Pearls leaders were reminded that their voices, choices, kindness, and leadership matter. They were encouraged to continue setting positive examples for their peers and to understand that leadership is not simply about receiving recognition—it is about serving others, demonstrating confidence, showing respect, and making a difference.\r\n\r\nWe are grateful for everyone who helped make this celebration possible. By investing in our students and recognizing their accomplishments, we are helping them develop the confidence and leadership skills they need to continue growing academically, socially, and personally.\r\n\r\nThis was more than a celebration—it was an investment in our students, their confidence, their leadership, and their future","fullyFundedDate":1777950728344,"projectUrl":"project/aloha-celebration-luau-to-honor-our-dia/10227874/","projectTitle":"Aloha Celebration: Luau to Honor Our Diamond & Pearls Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bush-Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3157774"},{"teacherId":3130368,"projectId":10572686,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Dolly Parton Day literacy celebration became a joyful, unforgettable experience for my students. The cowboy hats and clear gift bags you provided helped transform our classroom into a Western‑themed reading roundup that made literacy feel exciting, special, and full of Tennessee pride.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students exploded with excitement. They immediately tried on their hats, posed for pretend photo‑booth moments, and began filling their gift bags with bookmarks, writing prompts, and their favorite Imagination Library selections. One of my favorite moments was watching a group of hesitant readers proudly march in our \"literacy parade,\" tipping their hats as they showcased the books they love.\r\n\r\nThese resources allowed every child to feel included and confident during our read‑alouds, creative writing activities, and storytelling sessions inspired by Dolly Parton. Your support didn't just fund supplies — it created joy, boosted participation, and strengthened the reading culture in our classroom.\r\n\r\nNext, we're building on this momentum with small‑group literacy challenges where students will set goals, track progress, and celebrate milestones. The excitement you helped spark is carrying forward into deeper engagement and stronger reading habits.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping us celebrate literacy in such a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1789568802690,"projectUrl":"project/yeehaw-for-reading/10572686/","projectTitle":"Yee‑Haw for Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3130368_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572485968476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-d-wilson"},{"teacherId":6128649,"projectId":10613142,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our cheerleading team and helping provide matching travel suits for our students. These suits allow our cheerleaders to look unified and feel confident while traveling to away games, participating in parades, attending school events, and representing our school throughout the community. Your generosity has helped make sure our students feel included, comfortable, and proud to be part of the team.\r\nThe impact of your support goes far beyond providing clothing. These suits help build team spirit, confidence, and a sense of belonging among our cheerleaders. It truly takes a village to support, encourage, and uplift students, and your kindness has become an important part of that village.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for being a part of my classroom village. Your support means more than you may ever know, and I am truly grateful that you chose to invest in our students and help create special memories they will carry with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1789615913659,"projectUrl":"project/red-ready-and-full-of-cheer/10613142/","projectTitle":"Red, Ready, and Full of Cheer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexandra Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6128649_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784167209168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6128649"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_93277","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":413,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":84,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":11,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":35.0,"schoolId":93277,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Winchester Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Winchester Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/tennessee/memphis-shelby-county-schools/winchester-elementary-school/93277"}