{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"McKinley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":71.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8566279,"projectId":10141939,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Garfield book project! The students and I really look forward to this day each year, as Garfield continues to be a winning hit! Their excitement is priceless when I surprise them with their end of the year gift, and the books give the students comical, reading material for the hot and humid summer break! Literacy is so important to continue beyond school hours, so the books help to encourage that continued education. They also loved the variety of Garfield books this year, with the hopes that they can switch with each other over the summer to read another version. Thank you again to the Rise Up Foundation, where Reading is Alanezing!","fullyFundedDate":1773858309609,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-love-of-garfield-part-3/10141939/","projectTitle":"For the Love of Garfield, part 3!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stroy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8566279_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659546749281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tstroy"},{"teacherId":7582858,"projectId":10136742,"letterContent":"Thank you for sharing the love for books with my students! They each have already pored over the titles and begun reading in our downtime after testing, and it has made my heart so gladdened to see their excitement! They were excited to see specific books that they've been mentioning wanting to read as I opened the packages. Their joy for literature and reading is one of the most profoundly rewarding aspects of teaching. I have the privilege of sitting front row and watching the love of reading develop as they expand their interests and desire to read.","fullyFundedDate":1777988139379,"projectUrl":"project/new-chapters-for-my-students-new-chapt/10136742/","projectTitle":"New Chapters for My Students & New Chapter Books Too","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Musgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7582858_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742127507604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-musgrove"},{"teacherId":7582858,"projectId":10063728,"letterContent":"This has already been such a gift! My current students have been excitedly helping pack these gifts readying to give them out. I also had surplus materials for some items, and shared the love with them so they could feel a part of the project. They saw how fun it must have been for past students to have had a hand in packing the birthday packs they received this year as well and that made them smile--to know that next year their friends in Kindergarten would get to maybe be given the very cup they were preparing.","fullyFundedDate":1778380743961,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-students-every-day-in-any-wa/10063728/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Students Every Day in Any Way","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Musgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7582858_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742127507604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-musgrove"},{"teacherId":8566279,"projectId":10211613,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project! This project has a ton of resources and supplies that we will need for the new school year. Thank La to it being funded, I was able to remove most of the items from the parent school supply list, which will provide a lot of financial relief for incoming families. We are looking forward to having a clean and inviting classroom all year that is ready to go with replenishments on hand. I know the students will enjoy all of the art projects associated with this project too.","fullyFundedDate":1778266785799,"projectUrl":"project/new-school-year-essential-classroom-sup/10211613/","projectTitle":"New School Year: Essential Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stroy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8566279_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659546749281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tstroy"},{"teacherId":8566279,"projectId":10230732,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our project! It means so much to begin the new school year with prepared with resources and incentives for my students. This will be our first year trying out the crayon cases so we are looking forward to fewer broken crayons and a cool durable case for them. The Yum Earth treats meet all students' dietary requirements so there will be no students left out to enjoy treats, and they help to keep students motivated academically and behaviorally. The keychains have gotten wildly popular, so I know my students will look forward to earning those.","fullyFundedDate":1778291152954,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-incentives/10230732/","projectTitle":"New Year & New Incentives!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stroy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8566279_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659546749281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tstroy"},{"teacherId":8566279,"projectId":10222129,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our project! My students are excited to have plenty of brain teaser resources during their school days and testing days in the spring. We are very much looking forward to our new classroom rug and the relaxing space shuttle to have center time and reading time. My students love to move around the room and enjoy the space, so the rug will allow them to do just that. The fruit chews are a great learning and behavioral incentive that meet all student dietary guidelines so that all students are included.","fullyFundedDate":1778379109680,"projectUrl":"project/a-puzzle-a-day-keeps-stress-away/10222129/","projectTitle":"A Puzzle a Day Keeps Stress Away!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stroy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8566279_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659546749281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tstroy"},{"teacherId":3923149,"projectId":9791234,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when our boxes of Duck Tape and Post-it tabs arrived! As soon as they saw the bright colors, they could not wait to start using them. We are currently using the Post-it tabs during guided reading to mark important details, unfamiliar vocabulary, and evidence to support their answers. The Duck Tape has been a huge help during our STEM challenges. Recently, students worked in teams to design and build a model bridge, and they used the tape to strengthen their structures and test durability. They were engaged, collaborating, and thinking critically the entire time. Thanks to your generosity, learning has become even more hands-on and interactive. Our next step is beginning a research project where students will use the Post-it tabs to organize information from multiple sources before drafting their informational essays. Your support has truly made a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1760730358655,"projectUrl":"project/full-steam-ahead/9791234/","projectTitle":"Full STEAM Ahead!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davenport","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3923149_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x0,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660496052119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3923149"},{"teacherId":8556985,"projectId":8842207,"letterContent":"Our classroom library has completely changed the way my students experience reading. What was once a small collection has now grown into a space filled with high-interest books across so many genres—fantasy, graphic novels, sports, mystery, and more. Because of this, my students are finally seeing themselves as readers.\r\n\r\nWe use our classroom library every single day. During independent reading and book club time, students get to choose books that truly interest them. One of my favorite moments was watching a group of students excitedly recommend books to each other—especially our graphic novels and fantasy series, which have quickly become class favorites. Even some of my more reluctant readers are now asking, \"Can I take this home?\" or \"Do we have the next book?\"\r\n\r\nWhen the books first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were flipping through pages, making wish lists, and organizing the shelves by their favorite genres. It instantly became one of the most loved areas in our classroom. They take pride in it and truly treat it like their own library.\r\n\r\nNext, we're continuing to build on this love for reading through book clubs, genre studies, and student-led discussions. Students are starting to explore new genres they wouldn't have picked before, and they're becoming more confident in sharing their thinking about what they read. As we move into end-of-year projects, many students are even choosing to incorporate books from our library into their work.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a space where students can discover a love for reading, explore their interests, and grow as confident readers. Your support has made a difference that we see and feel every single day in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1729173891334,"projectUrl":"project/epic-reads-igniting-curiosity-through-u/8842207/","projectTitle":"Epic Reads: Igniting Curiosity Through Unforgettable Book Series!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8556985_orig.jpg?crop=1585,1585,x703,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693663756690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8556985"},{"teacherId":8556985,"projectId":8699523,"letterContent":"Our new classroom rug has truly transformed our space into a welcoming, collaborative learning environment for my students—my \"world changers.\" We use the rug every single day for whole-group instruction, class discussions, read-alouds, and even quick brain breaks. It has become the heart of our classroom.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was during a recent lesson when we gathered on the rug to dive into a read-aloud and discussion. Students were fully engaged—turning and talking, sharing ideas, and building on each other's thinking in a way that felt natural and exciting. Having a comfortable, designated space brought them together and made learning feel more connected and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWhen the rug first arrived, their faces lit up. They immediately wanted to sit on it, touch it, and make it \"our space.\" It created an instant sense of pride and ownership in our classroom. For many of my students, having a cozy, flexible seating option like this makes a big difference in their focus and comfort throughout the day.\r\nLooking ahead, we'll continue using our rug as a central part of our daily learning—from small group instruction to collaborative problem-solving and even project-based learning presentations. As we prepare for end-of-year projects and continue building strong discussion skills, this space will help foster the confidence and community my students need to truly thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a classroom where students feel comfortable, connected, and ready to learn every day. Your support has made a lasting impact on our classroom family!","fullyFundedDate":1725134692538,"projectUrl":"project/creating-calm-comfy-seating-and-rug-for/8699523/","projectTitle":"Creating Calm: Comfy Seating and Rug for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8556985_orig.jpg?crop=1585,1585,x703,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693663756690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8556985"},{"teacherId":3923149,"projectId":10142085,"letterContent":"In our third-grade gifted classroom, these new books help students go beyond basic comprehension and into deeper thinking. Students analyze text structure, compare themes, and support their ideas with evidence. They are also building strong vocabulary and learning to explain how and why ideas develop, which prepares them for more advanced reading and writing.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive and engaging. Students participate in discussions, use strategies like \"Notice and Wonder,\" and respond through writing and graphic organizers. They also have time for independent reading, where they explore books that match their interests and challenge their thinking.\r\n\r\nOur gifted students are especially excited about these texts. Many are reading more during free time, making strong connections, and confidently sharing their ideas. These books are keeping them engaged, challenged, and motivated to grow as readers.","fullyFundedDate":1773851408126,"projectUrl":"project/books-to-inspire-comfort-and-grow/10142085/","projectTitle":"Books To Inspire, Comfort, and Grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davenport","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3923149_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x0,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660496052119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3923149"},{"teacherId":8566279,"projectId":10117216,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our community cleanup project! My students love helping out and keeping the community clean! The initiative has sparked more student involvement across different grade levels and we have loved seeing all the student enthusiasm. This project has supplied students with the perfect variety of tools to safely pick up trash, and the collapse ability of the larger trash grabbers makes them easy to transport. Students had a great time participating in Earth Day events, alongside other community partners!","fullyFundedDate":1773678156341,"projectUrl":"project/the-cleanup-crew/10117216/","projectTitle":"The Cleanup Crew","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stroy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8566279_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659546749281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tstroy"},{"teacherId":5882055,"projectId":10147072,"letterContent":"My second graders will be promoted to third grade this summer, and they need several reinforcement resources to help enhance their learning over the summer. These basic school supplies will help them to enter third grade. Books are a great way to experience the world with real life characters. My students' imaginations are in overdrive when they are reading a good book with characters that are familiar to them. They enjoy reading, so these books will be a huge help to make sure there are advancing in their learning towards a new a grade level.\r\n\r\nThe workbooks are inclusive which helps the students with math and language arts.","fullyFundedDate":1773865939075,"projectUrl":"project/gathering-up-our-knowledge/10147072/","projectTitle":"Gathering Up Our Knowledge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vasha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5882055_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x23,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751152196861","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5882055"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_18195","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":646,"numTeachers":25,"percentFrplEligible":70,"percentAsian":9,"percentBlack":74,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"25.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":28.9,"schoolId":18195,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about McKinley Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"McKinley Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/louisiana/east-baton-rouge-parish-public-schools/university-terrace-elementary-school/18195"}