{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jonathan Jennings Elementary School 109","outOfStateSupporters":41.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8673785,"projectId":9925383,"letterContent":"The arrival of our new headphones, drawer organizers, and sharpening station has completely shifted the energy of our classroom. The drawer organizers have allowed us to create a \"place for everything,\" teaching my students the value of organization and independence. During our daily centers, the headphones have been a total game-changer; they provide a quiet, focused environment for students to engage with their phonics apps without being distracted by the hustle and bustle of the rest of the room. It has created a much more peaceful and productive atmosphere for everyone.\r\n\r\nThe students were beyond excited when they saw the new materials, especially the heavy-duty pencil sharpener! It sounds like a small thing, but to a student, having a perfectly sharpened pencil makes a world of difference in their writing confidence. They were also thrilled to have their own high-quality headphones, which they treat with such care and respect. Seeing their faces light up as they realized these resources were specifically for them was a beautiful moment that reinforced how much our community cares about their education.\r\n\r\nWith our environment now organized and our \"tech\" ready to go, we are heading into a major literacy push where students will be using their headphones to listen to digital stories and practice their fluency. We are also starting a creative writing unit where those fresh pencils will be put to great use as we draft our first narrative stories. Because of your kindness, my students can focus on the hard work of learning rather than the frustration of missing tools or noisy distractions. Thank you for making our classroom a better place to grow!","fullyFundedDate":1764616085354,"projectUrl":"project/refill-refresh-and-re-energize-our-cla/9925383/","projectTitle":"Refill, Refresh, and Re-Energize Our Classroom!","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"},{"teacherId":8673785,"projectId":10037100,"letterContent":"Our new prize box items have become a cornerstone of our daily positive reinforcement system. My students earn the opportunity to visit the box by showing kindness to peers, staying focused on their tasks, and reaching their personal academic goals. During a recent challenging math lesson, I watched a student who typically struggles with perseverance stay completely engaged and determined, simply for the chance to earn a reward. It has truly transformed our classroom into a space where every small victory is celebrated!\r\n\r\nThe day the boxes arrived felt like a second birthday for the entire class. Their eyes went wide as we unboxed everything, from the colorful stickers to the fun fidgets and trinkets. There was an immediate buzz of excitement and a renewed sense of motivation throughout the room; one student even whispered, \"Is that really for us?\" It was a wonderful reminder of how much these small incentives mean to their confidence and joy.","fullyFundedDate":1770994546811,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-rewards-big-results-a-classroom-i/10037100/","projectTitle":"Tiny Rewards, Big Results: A Classroom Incentive Refresh","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"},{"teacherId":8515071,"projectId":10057196,"letterContent":"Hello There! Thank you so much for helping us maintain a clean space! While this letter is coming to you in April, your donation helped us so much during flu season. Many students were absent because viruses and stomach bugs so items like Kleenex, Clorox Wipes, and Lysol helped us so much with keeping the germs to a minimum.\r\n\r\n\r\nStudents at this age are learning how to gain responsibility of the spaces they occupy themselves in. Everyday with your donation we have implemented a daily clean up time of 10 minutes and then relaxing for the rest of the day to enjoy one another.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for planting a seed in our little garden!","fullyFundedDate":1770994780564,"projectUrl":"project/spring-cleaning/10057196/","projectTitle":"Spring Cleaning","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":9925024,"letterContent":"You won't what the students are doing with books you've purchase for our classroom! Since your donation the fourth graders have gotten higher test scores and have started mentoring younger students to read more books! The students have also started sharing the books they have read to guest speakers and the leaders of our building. \r\n\r\n\r\nIn room 204 we believe that books are a passport to another world! Your donation has invited students the opportunity to travel to safe space. You truly are a difference maker , thank you so much for you endless support to our little community. It means more than you'll know!","fullyFundedDate":1764616713355,"projectUrl":"project/passion-in-books/9925024/","projectTitle":"Passion in Books","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":10403243,"projectId":10037444,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our kindergarten classroom. Your thoughtful gift of STEM building materials, including Magna-tiles, Legos, and Play-Doh, has already made a meaningful difference for our students. These hands-on tools provide engaging opportunities for creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Best of all, my students love using them and have fun learning along the way!\r\n\r\nOur winter months were long this year, and indoor recess was almost a daily occurrence. My students were so excited to see new materials and activities arriving. Your donation has given our students a fun and enriching way to explore, build, and imagine together. It's wonderful to see their excitement as they create structures, experiment with designs, and express themselves through play. \r\n\r\nYour kindness and support truly enhance our classroom environment, and we are incredibly grateful for your contribution. Their smiles and social interaction says it all! Thank you!!","fullyFundedDate":1771342430216,"projectUrl":"project/building-brains-friendships-stem-indo/10037444/","projectTitle":"Building Brains & Friendships: STEM Indoor Recess!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hunt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403243"},{"teacherId":6529137,"projectId":10035991,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Watercolor Supplies for Art Club\" project. Your generosity has had an immediate and meaningful impact on my students. We have been using the new watercolor sets, brushes, and paper to explore a variety of painting techniques such as layering washes, blending color, and experimenting with transparency. One of our recent projects focused on painting expressive \"emotion landscapes,\" where students used color and brushwork to represent feelings without using words. It was incredible to watch them move from hesitant first brushstrokes to confident, intentional choices as they discovered what watercolor can do.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new supplies, their reaction was pure excitement. Many of them gathered around the table just to look at the vibrant colors and high-quality materials, commenting on how different they felt compared to what we had been using before. There was an immediate sense of seriousness and pride—like they were being treated as real artists. Students who are usually more reserved became eager to participate, asking questions about techniques and volunteering ideas for how they wanted to use the paint.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue building their skills by creating a final watercolor piece inspired by nature, memory, or personal storytelling. They will apply techniques they've practiced, reflect on their choices, and revise their work with intention. Your support is helping them not only learn watercolor techniques, but also build confidence in their creativity and expression. Thank you for giving them the tools to explore, experiment, and grow as young artists.","fullyFundedDate":1770994400366,"projectUrl":"project/watercolor-supplies-for-art-club/10035991/","projectTitle":"Watercolor Supplies for Art Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kingsland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6529137_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572630715745","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rkingsland"},{"teacherId":6529137,"projectId":9796846,"letterContent":"This project has had a powerful impact on my students by giving them the opportunity to work with real ceramic and modeling materials in a hands-on, creative way. We are currently using the resources to create pinch pots, where students are learning foundational sculpture skills such as shaping, smoothing, and building structure in three dimensions. When the materials first arrived, my students were genuinely excited—they immediately wanted to explore the clay, ask questions, and begin forming ideas for their own designs. There was a noticeable energy in the room as they realized they would each be able to create something unique from start to finish.\r\n\r\nBecause of this support, students are gaining confidence in their artistic abilities and developing patience and problem-solving skills through the clay process. I was able to introduce techniques that would not have been possible without these materials, and students are engaging more deeply in their work because of the tactile experience. I also want to sincerely thank Young Sheldon for supporting this project—your contribution has directly enriched my classroom and made it possible for students to experience authentic ceramics learning.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue refining their pinch pots by adding texture, surface design, and personal creative details. They will also complete short reflections explaining their artistic choices and what they learned during the process, helping them connect hands-on making with communication and critical thinking skills.","fullyFundedDate":1760643261393,"projectUrl":"project/watercolors-for-art-room/9796846/","projectTitle":"Watercolors for Art Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kingsland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6529137_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572630715745","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rkingsland"},{"teacherId":10403243,"projectId":10015520,"letterContent":"Let me begin by saying how excited my students were to receive all new supplies for school! Kindergarteners go through a great deal of supplies each year, and it is hard for my school families and parents to keep up with the need. New crayons and glue sticks were just the beginning of what your donation has provided my students. They are truly appreciative as am I!!\r\nYour donation will carry over to my kindergarten students next year by also ensuring they have the essential tools they need to learn and succeed each day. At this early stage, children are building the foundational skills that will support their entire educational journey—learning how to write, count, create, and collaborate. Having access to basic supplies like pencils, crayons, scissors, and glue allows every child to actively participate, express their creativity, and build confidence in their abilities. With your support, our classroom becomes a space where no student feels left out due to a lack of materials, and every child can focus on what truly matters: learning, growing, and discovering the joy of school.","fullyFundedDate":1768525595608,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-needs-essential-su/10015520/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big Needs: Essential Supplies for Our Kindergarten Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hunt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403243"},{"teacherId":2978528,"projectId":9987406,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to DonorsChoose and all the generous supporters who made this project possible. Your kindness and commitment to education have had a meaningful impact on our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students now have essential supplies like ink cartridges, folders, Play-Doh, Kleenex, and dry erase markers. These materials may seem simple, but they play a huge role in creating a comfortable, creative, and effective learning environment. From staying organized to expressing creativity and maintaining a clean, healthy space, your contributions truly make a difference every single day.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity and belief in our students. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where every child has the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768525455185,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-learning-essential-su/9987406/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Learning: Essential Supplies for Kindergarten","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":9936028,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our first-grade classroom. Because of your kindness, we were able to restock essential supplies and provide meaningful items that make a daily difference for our students.\r\n\r\nThe fruit snacks and popcorn you helped fund have been especially impactful. Having accessible, easy snacks allows us to support students who may come to school hungry or need a quick boost to stay focused and ready to learn. These small moments of care help create a more comfortable and supportive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers and boards have been put to constant use during lessons, giving students the opportunity to actively participate, practice their skills, and build confidence without the fear of making mistakes. Tools like these encourage engagement and make learning more interactive and fun.\r\n\r\nPlay-Doh and fidget tools have also made a big difference. They support sensory needs, help students regulate their emotions, and improve focus—especially during longer learning periods. These items are not just fun—they are essential in helping all students feel successful and included.\r\n\r\nFinally, restocking our general classroom supplies ensures that every child has access to what they need to learn and grow each day. Your support helps remove barriers and allows us to focus on what matters most: teaching, learning, and building a positive classroom community.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity. Your contribution has made a direct and meaningful impact on our students' daily experiences, and we appreciate your commitment to education.","fullyFundedDate":1765372737064,"projectUrl":"project/restocking-the-essentials-helping-first/9936028/","projectTitle":"Restocking the Essentials: Helping First Graders Learn, Create, and Thrive!","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":4700005,"projectId":10101112,"letterContent":"This project has helped our school tremendously from the moment the packages arrived. I was able to distribute new whiteboards, markers, and erasers to intervention and home room teachers. This allowed us to freshen up our supply and provide students with clean and new learning materials. The learning games have been a great supplemental resource to our reading curriculum and allows students to practice their phonics skills at their actual level. This has given them confidence to continue their learning!","fullyFundedDate":1772637663530,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-a-z/10101112/","projectTitle":"Literacy A-Z","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4700005"},{"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"}],"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"}