{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kirkpatrick Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":54.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1998393,"projectId":10653736,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our Wildcat Library has become an even more engaging and interactive learning environment! With the TeachersPayTeachers gift cards, I have been able to purchase valuable digital educational resources that can be printed and used to create meaningful, hands-on learning experiences for our PreK–4th grade students.\r\n\r\nThese resources have allowed me to provide creative activities that reinforce essential literacy skills, including reading comprehension, vocabulary development, story elements, sequencing, and critical thinking. By using digital resources to create printable activities, I can offer students engaging learning opportunities that go beyond simply listening to a story. They can become active participants in their learning through interactive worksheets, games, puzzles, and other activities that make reading both educational and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nOne of the greatest benefits of these resources is the ability to differentiate instruction. Our students have varying reading abilities and learning needs, and these materials allow me to provide age-appropriate activities that challenge stronger readers while offering additional support to students who need it. I especially appreciate being able to provide hands-on learning opportunities for our younger students, who often learn best through visual activities, movement, and creativity.\r\n\r\nWhat makes this project so special is that these resources can be used repeatedly with different groups of students, extending the impact of your generosity well beyond a single lesson or school year.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped me transform digital resources into meaningful learning experiences that encourage students to read, think, create, and grow. Thank you for investing in our students and helping me make the Wildcat Library a place where learning comes alive!","fullyFundedDate":1790173392100,"projectUrl":"project/digital-resources-in-the-library/10653736/","projectTitle":"Digital Resources in the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1998393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1609907837999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsymiller"},{"teacherId":7839203,"projectId":10706871,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us bring \"Fueling Healthy Minds and Bright Futures at Kirkpatrick\" to life! We are using the breakfast items and snacks to help students stay energized and ready to learn, while the hygiene supplies provide support for their personal care needs. The games give students opportunities to practice communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. During group game time, students can practice taking turns, explaining their thinking, and encouraging classmates—skills they can carry into classroom lessons.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were so excited and thankful. This moment was a meaningful reminder of how your generosity reaches beyond the supplies themselves. Having these resources available helps us create a school environment where our residents feel cared for, supported, and ready to participate.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue incorporating the games into activities that strengthen cooperation and critical thinking. Students will practice following directions, making thoughtful choices, and working through challenges together. We will also continue making food and hygiene essentials available as needs arise. Thank you for investing in our residents' well-being and helping them grow as learners and members of our school community!","fullyFundedDate":1790821911417,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-healthy-minds-and-bright-futures/10706871/","projectTitle":"Fueling Healthy Minds and Bright Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7839203_orig.png?crop=809,810,x112,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1791383107772","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7839203"},{"teacherId":4478645,"projectId":10706657,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of headphones to our classroom! Your support has made a tremendous difference for my students. The headphones are being used every day during individualized learning activities and center time, allowing each student to listen carefully to their lessons and complete assignments at their own pace.\r\n\r\nBefore receiving the headphones, it was difficult for students to concentrate when several computers were playing different lessons and directions at the same time. Now, students can put on their headphones, hear their own instructions clearly, and focus on the work in front of them. I have already noticed that they are able to stay focused longer and work more independently.\r\n\r\nHaving headphones readily available has also taken away the worry for students who may not have their own pair to bring to school. They can simply come to class, grab a pair of headphones, log in to their individualized lessons, and begin learning. These headphones are not sitting on a shelf—they are being used daily and have become an important part of our learning routine.","fullyFundedDate":1790767299203,"projectUrl":"project/hear-me-please/10706657/","projectTitle":"Hear Me, Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4478645_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1591953562010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/raven-johnson"},{"teacherId":1998393,"projectId":10281139,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing two laptops for our school library! Your donation has helped us take an exciting step forward by establishing a computer center for our students. Previously, our library did not have a dedicated computer center, and I have been working to create a space where students can independently access technology to strengthen their reading, research, and digital literacy skills. Because of your generosity, that vision is now becoming a reality.\r\n\r\nThese laptops will be used throughout the school year for students to take Accelerated Reader quizzes after completing books, conduct research for classroom and library projects, complete interactive WebQuests, and practice important technology skills. Most importantly, these devices give our students greater access to learning opportunities they may not otherwise have during their time in the library.\r\n\r\nYour donation is more than two laptops, it is an investment in our students' curiosity, independence, confidence, and academic growth. Every time a student sits down to research a new topic, demonstrate comprehension through an Accelerated Reader quiz, or explore information online, your generosity will be making an impact.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping us continue to transform our library into a space where reading, technology, exploration, and learning come together. We are incredibly grateful for your support and cannot wait to see all that our students accomplish with these new resources!","fullyFundedDate":1778639716324,"projectUrl":"project/libraries-need-tech/10281139/","projectTitle":"Libraries Need Tech","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1998393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1609907837999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsymiller"},{"teacherId":4478645,"projectId":10507633,"letterContent":"Thank you! My students are appreciative, humbled, and happy for your generous donations. Students were coming in the building reading the name on boxes in front of the office. They were so excited and wanted to be the first to say we have boxes in the hall!\r\n\r\nMy students have already told me they will take care of the bean bags, and wobble cushions. The colors are a big hit with the class. The students are excited because the seating is not the normal classroom chairs. Students know that these seats will be used as an incentive for good behavior.\r\n\r\nAs a result, students are not talking as much and class participation has increased tremendously. I have enjoyed seeing students sitting upright with perfect posture. These resources have had a powerful impact on my students attitude towards their educational journey. Students who have trouble sitting still are putting forth a greater effort so they can sit on the bean bags. Thanks for investing in my students and their education.","fullyFundedDate":1789995792148,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-wiggle/10507633/","projectTitle":"Wiggle Wiggle","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4478645_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1591953562010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/raven-johnson"},{"teacherId":10693611,"projectId":10698032,"letterContent":"This project has made a big difference in my classroom. The headphones allow my students to focus while using educational programs, listening to reading activities, and practicing important first-grade skills without distracting others around them. They are especially excited to have their own headphones to use during independent learning time.\r\n\r\nThe printer has also been a wonderful resource because it allows me to provide students with additional worksheets, reading practice, math activities, and other learning materials when they need extra support or enrichment.\r\n\r\nI have noticed that students who sometimes have difficulty staying focused are more engaged when they are able to use the headphones during technology activities. Having these resources gives my students more opportunities to learn in ways that meet their individual needs.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting my students and helping make our classroom a better place to learn. Your generosity is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1790482726957,"projectUrl":"project/tech-tools-for-bright-first-grade-learne/10698032/","projectTitle":"Tech Tools for Bright First Grade Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10693611_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790401241995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10693611"},{"teacherId":4478645,"projectId":10403519,"letterContent":"Thank you! The moment our custodian walked into our classroom with the box of ink, my students cheered with joy! They are so appreciative, humbled, and happy by your generous donation to their learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe ink arrived just in the nick of time. We have multiple end of the year assessments that need to be printed for each student. Reveiw packets for exams needed to be sent out. I will be able to send newsletters to parents about the material we are learning. \r\n\r\nNow that we have ink, my students will be able to see education in a different light during centers. Learning colors and shapes will be easier with colorful pictures that correlates to a particular color. Words can never express how grateful we are of your contribution to our classroom experience!","fullyFundedDate":1785788542782,"projectUrl":"project/ink-me-please/10403519/","projectTitle":"Ink Me Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4478645_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1591953562010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/raven-johnson"},{"teacherId":4478645,"projectId":10508332,"letterContent":"These items came so fast and I was able to implement them immediately. Students have been keeping track with their reading goals and was so eager to go into the \"treasure box\" to pick out their toy.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving me these tokens to reward my students for completing their reading goals. Most of them already enjoy reading, now they have an extra incentive to keep them reading even more. The joy on their faces when they pick out a toy from the \"treasure box\" would not be possible if it were not for your generous donation.\"","fullyFundedDate":1787178716695,"projectUrl":"project/hunting-treasures/10508332/","projectTitle":"Hunting Treasures!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4478645_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1591953562010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/raven-johnson"},{"teacherId":1998393,"projectId":10291084,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity in helping us add 103 highly requested books to our library! What makes this project especially meaningful is that many of these titles were specifically requested by our students. You helped us show them that their voices matter and that the library is truly a space created with them in mind.\r\n\r\nYour donations also allowed us to replace several well-loved books that had become damaged from so much use. Now, favorite titles are back on our shelves, and students have even more books that they are genuinely excited to check out, read, share, and recommend to their friends. There is something special about watching a student walk into the library and discover that a book they asked for is finally available!\r\n\r\nThese 103 books will be enjoyed by students this year and for many years to come. More importantly, your generosity is helping us build a library collection that reflects our students' interests and encourages them to become enthusiastic, independent readers.\r\n\r\nThank you for listening to our young readers and investing in their love of reading. Because of you, our shelves are fuller, our choices are greater, and our students have 103 more reasons to get excited about reading!","fullyFundedDate":1787171708950,"projectUrl":"project/please-help-restock-and-update-our-libra/10291084/","projectTitle":"Please Help Restock and Update Our Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1998393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1609907837999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsymiller"},{"teacherId":1998393,"projectId":10286530,"letterContent":"Our new six-student table has made a tremendous difference in how we use the limited space in our school library. Because I serve entire classes at one time, seating has always been a challenge. This table allows six students to work comfortably together while still having their own personal space. Most importantly, I can accommodate more students without sacrificing valuable areas of the library that are used for books, activities, and instruction.\r\n\r\nThe students were excited to see their new seating and immediately enjoyed having a designated space to read, write, collaborate, and participate in library activities. We have already been able to use the table during whole-group lessons and small-group activities, making transitions smoother and helping our library feel more organized and welcoming.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, this table will continue to support everything from reading and research activities to makerspace projects, games, and collaborative learning. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us make the most of every inch of our library. Your generosity did more than provide a table, you helped create a more functional learning space where our students can comfortably read, learn, create, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1781405330394,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-table-space/10286530/","projectTitle":"We Need Table Space","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1998393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1609907837999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsymiller"},{"teacherId":1998393,"projectId":10281149,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing two laptops for our school library! Your donation has helped us take an exciting step forward by establishing a computer center for our students. Previously, our library did not have a dedicated computer center, and I have been working to create a space where students can independently access technology to strengthen their reading, research, and digital literacy skills. Because of your generosity, that vision is now becoming a reality.\r\n\r\nThese laptops will be used throughout the school year for students to take Accelerated Reader quizzes after completing books, conduct research for classroom and library projects, complete interactive WebQuests, and practice important technology skills. Most importantly, these devices give our students greater access to learning opportunities they may not otherwise have during their time in the library.\r\n\r\nYour donation is more than two laptops, it is an investment in our students' curiosity, independence, confidence, and academic growth. Every time a student sits down to research a new topic, demonstrate comprehension through an Accelerated Reader quiz, or explore information online, your generosity will be making an impact.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping us continue to transform our library into a space where reading, technology, exploration, and learning come together. We are incredibly grateful for your support and cannot wait to see all that our students accomplish with these new resources!","fullyFundedDate":1778639717601,"projectUrl":"project/a-need-tech-two/10281149/","projectTitle":"A Need Tech, \"Two\"!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1998393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1609907837999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsymiller"},{"teacherId":9119139,"projectId":9737485,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation to our first-grade classroom! The bright headphones have made technology time more enjoyable and help my students stay focused during i-Ready, digital lessons, and assessments. The test dividers also give students a quiet space to concentrate and do their best work.\r\n\r\nThank you for also helping us stock our classroom treasure chest! My students are so excited to have special rewards to celebrate their hard work, positive choices, and accomplishments. Your generosity is helping make our classroom a fun, encouraging, and engaging place to learn. We truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1767053566178,"projectUrl":"project/privacy-focus-and-motivation-for-littl/9737485/","projectTitle":"Privacy, Focus, and Motivation for Little Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hollins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9119139_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693020572331","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9119139"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_17772","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":273,"numTeachers":14,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":86,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":3,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":9,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"19.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":45.6,"schoolId":17772,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kirkpatrick Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kirkpatrick Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/mississippi/clarksdale-municipal-school-district/kirkpatrick-elementary-school/17772"}