{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jonathan Jennings Elementary School 109","outOfStateSupporters":41.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8515071,"projectId":9321114,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving us access to beautiful stories that we have now been diving into for a solid year! These books have helped us encourage one another in every way possible. Students have lead lessons, class discussions, and most of have built a passion for reading. \r\n\r\nEarlier this school year we started reading logs where students read for 20 minutes each day. Some students do not have access to literature outside of schools but our classroom library has made it possible for those students to engage in daily reading! Thank you so much for helping my classroom be an accessible resource where scholars can thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1746785256738,"projectUrl":"project/todays-reader-is-tomorrows-leader/9321114/","projectTitle":"Today's Reader is Tomorrow's Leader!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8515071_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y91&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762188926064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misssimpson204"},{"teacherId":8515071,"projectId":9499859,"letterContent":"Our first day of school was a huge success! We started the day with our stories, each child was intrigued by the messages that each story brought. \"I Can Achieve Anything\" by MoNique Water's brought us unbelievable joy. So much so we created our own affirmation posters moments after.\r\n\r\nOur posters were posted outside of classroom for our entire community to see! Since then we have used affirmations before tests, to navigate through challenges and most of all to encourage others. \r\n\r\nOnce again thank you so much for being the bridge that helped our school year start off great!","fullyFundedDate":1753882402880,"projectUrl":"project/backtoschool-ready-to-rule/9499859/","projectTitle":"Back‑to‑School, Ready to Rule!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8515071_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y91&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762188926064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misssimpson204"},{"teacherId":9610105,"projectId":9861593,"letterContent":"Thanks to this project, I now use an iPad to enhance daily instruction in my music classroom in meaningful and engaging ways. It allows me to quickly create and adjust lesson plans, display student work for immediate feedback, and model musical concepts in clear, visual formats that support deeper understanding. \r\n\r\nStudents are especially excited to see their own work projected and to interact with lessons in real time. The iPad brings energy and clarity to our classroom, making learning more accessible, interactive, and relevant for every student.","fullyFundedDate":1761936641534,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-music-education-through-techno/9861593/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Music Education Through Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bradley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9610105_orig.png?crop=711,712,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731433028066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9610105"},{"teacherId":9610105,"projectId":9143691,"letterContent":"With these new resources, my students can fully power and access our classroom pianos, creating a more seamless and engaging learning environment. During a recent 12-bar blues lesson, students worked in small groups to practice chord progressions on the keyboards, taking turns performing for the class. One moment that stood out was when a student confidently improvised for the first time, supported by the steady setup these materials made possible. These resources keep our classroom running smoothly and allow creativity to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1746786116346,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-piano-supplies/9143691/","projectTitle":"Classroom Piano Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bradley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9610105_orig.png?crop=711,712,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731433028066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9610105"},{"teacherId":9610105,"projectId":9129443,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, my classroom now has an Apple TV, movement scarves, and a magnetic music staff board, all of which are making learning more interactive and engaging. The Apple TV allows me to model concepts in real time, display visuals, and incorporate music and movement videos that help students better understand rhythm, pitch, and performance. Students are especially excited about seeing their learning come to life on the screen and being able to participate more actively. The scarves and staff board bring hands-on, creative experiences that keep them motivated and joyful while learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746491625019,"projectUrl":"project/misc-music-room-supplies/9129443/","projectTitle":"Misc. Music Room Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bradley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9610105_orig.png?crop=711,712,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731433028066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9610105"},{"teacherId":4700005,"projectId":10123390,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my music motivates movement project. This new speaker allows me to play music during my Physical Education classes easily through my phone. The Bluetooth capability also allows me to start and stop the music on my smart watch; which is very convenient for me as I am moving around the gym. Students have recognized the new speaker and how the music sounds \"more clear\" to them. Thank you so much for making a positive impact on the experiences I can provide for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1772803537989,"projectUrl":"project/music-motivates-movement/10123390/","projectTitle":"Music Motivates Movement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4700005"},{"teacherId":2978528,"projectId":9949324,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping provide STEM recess toys for our kindergarten students. Because of your generosity, our students now have access to engaging building materials like Legos, Magna-Tiles, and magnetic building blocks that encourage creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nDuring recess and free choice time, these materials have quickly become some of the most popular activities in our classroom. Students work together to design towers, bridges, houses, and imaginative creations. As they build, they practice important STEM skills such as planning, testing ideas, and figuring out how to make structures stronger and taller.\r\n\r\nBeyond building skills, these toys help students develop social skills as well. Our kindergarteners learn how to share materials, communicate their ideas, and collaborate with classmates to create larger projects together. It has been wonderful to watch them support one another, solve problems, and celebrate their creations.\r\n\r\nHands-on learning is so important at this age, and these STEM toys allow our students to explore engineering and creativity in a fun and meaningful way. Your generosity has helped create opportunities for curiosity, discovery, and joyful learning in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our young learners and helping spark a love for STEM at such an early age!","fullyFundedDate":1766163442631,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-stem-recess-games/9949324/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds: STEM Recess Games for Kindergarteners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weselo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2978528"},{"teacherId":2978528,"projectId":9945833,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping provide a rolling teacher podium for our kindergarten students. Your generosity is making a meaningful difference in how we teach and learn every day.\r\n\r\nWith this rolling podium, I am able to move freely around the classroom while teaching, keeping lessons organized and engaging for all of my students. In kindergarten, learning happens everywhere — on the carpet, at tables, in small groups, and during hands-on activities. Having a mobile teaching station allows me to stay close to my students, maintain eye contact, and support them wherever learning is happening.\r\n\r\nThe podium also helps keep important teaching materials, lesson plans, and technology organized and easily accessible. This means less time searching for materials and more time focused on instruction, guidance, and encouraging our young learners.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, kindergarten is their first experience in a structured classroom environment. Your support helps create a classroom that runs smoothly and allows students to stay engaged, curious, and excited about learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is more flexible, organized, and responsive to the needs of our students. Your generosity directly supports the success of our young learners, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their future!","fullyFundedDate":1765490413944,"projectUrl":"project/a-rolling-teacher-podium-to-keep-our-kin/9945833/","projectTitle":"A Rolling Teacher Podium to Keep Our Kindergarten Learning Moving!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weselo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2978528"},{"teacherId":9140444,"projectId":9758109,"letterContent":"Technology in our classroom turns students into active learners. Instead of just listening to lessons, they research, create, collaborate, and receive immediate feedback. I can better personalize instruction and provide targeted support, helping each student work at their own pace while building critical thinking and digital literacy skills.\r\n\r\nStudents are especially excited to create and share their own work using this new tool because it makes learning interactive and engaging. During 1:1 time, we also use additional educational apps to reinforce skills, provide positive feedback, and celebrate growth. I've seen the biggest impact on quieter students and those who struggle with traditional methods—they participate more, build confidence, and take greater ownership of their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1761098007605,"projectUrl":"project/help-first-graders-shine-with-technology/9758109/","projectTitle":"Help First Graders Shine with Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kramer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9140444_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746491269519","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9140444"},{"teacherId":5636923,"projectId":9851297,"letterContent":"Your generosity helps my students learn, grow, and become better as overall students. Thank you so much for everything you do to help public education. You truly pick up the slack that our government shorts us on. \r\n\r\nWithout your support and donations, our classrooms would be bare, boring and not nearly as fun as they are currently. I am sorry we continue to ask for donations, but we want the best for our students each and every day. \r\n\r\nMy students, community, and I cannot thank you enough! We will continue to learn and work to make our world a better place.","fullyFundedDate":1761355557918,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-organization/9851297/","projectTitle":"Colorful Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alston","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5636923_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533671250325","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missgant"},{"teacherId":4700005,"projectId":9864528,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project! It has helped our school continue to work toward its goal of providing more non-food items as rewards. Each teacher in our school received a gallon size bag of different incentives such as pencils, stickers, stamp pads, slime, keychains, bubbles, bracelets and more! The kids have loved working for the new prizes and love the variety they provide. A favorite incentive amongst all staff were the smelly markers. They are fun to grade papers with or even put a quick smiley face on a student's hand and then their hand smells like a fun flavor or scent! Thank you again for your kindness and for believing in our students and school community!","fullyFundedDate":1767223378574,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-success-the-healthy-way/9864528/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Success, the Healthy Way","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4700005"},{"teacherId":8673785,"projectId":9039837,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the giant beanbag for our classroom. This resource has quickly become an important part of our learning environment. Students use the beanbag as a calm, comfortable space to read quietly, relax, and rest when they need a break. It has helped create a supportive area where students can reset and return to learning ready and focused.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the giant beanbag, they were thrilled. Many immediately shared how cozy and comfortable it looked and could not wait to use it. The beanbag has become a favorite spot in the classroom, and students treat it with care and respect because they understand it is a special space meant to help them feel calm and safe.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for our students include continuing to use the beanbag as part of our calm-down routine and independent reading time. It supports students' social and emotional needs while also encouraging a love of reading and self-regulation. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are so thankful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1738965945819,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-corner-for-calm-and-focused-minds/9039837/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Corner for Calm and Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8673785_orig.jpg?crop=699,699,x0,y284&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662068883897","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8673785"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_20035","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":275,"numTeachers":20,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":26,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":64,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.6,"schoolId":20035,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Jonathan Jennings Elementary School 109 on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Jonathan Jennings Elementary School 109","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/indiana/indianapolis-public-school-district/jonathan-jennings-elementary-school-109/20035"}