{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hattie Casey Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":41.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9061807,"projectId":9975759,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students experienced a new level of clarity, confidence, and independence during intervention this year. The Canon TS3522 ink you provided allowed me to create high‑quality, color‑coded materials that helped students notice patterns, understand visuals, and engage more deeply with their learning. Instead of relying on faded black‑and‑white copies, my students could clearly see pictures, text features, and color cues that supported our \"notice and wonder\" routines in reading. These vivid materials made complex skills feel accessible and helped students bridge learning gaps with pride.\r\n\r\nYour support also transformed the way I prepare for parent conferences and data meetings. With reliable ink on hand, I was able to print progress‑monitoring charts, growth trackers, and intervention samples right from my classroom, no more long walks to the front office or waiting in line at the copier. For the first time in years, I had enough ink to last all the way to the end of the school year, with one full box still remaining. This consistency allowed me to stay organized, respond quickly to student needs, and celebrate milestones with families in a clear, meaningful way.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your gift brought joy and confidence to students who often struggle the most. They loved seeing colorful visuals that supported their thinking, and several students commented that the pictures \"helped the story make sense.\" Your kindness made daily learning smoother, brighter, and more effective for every child in my intervention groups. Thank you for believing in them and for giving us the tools to make progress visible.","fullyFundedDate":1768162904657,"projectUrl":"project/vivid-intervention-bringing-progress-in/9975759/","projectTitle":"Vivid Intervention: Bringing Progress Into Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Diane Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9061807_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685308048100","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9061807"},{"teacherId":9061807,"projectId":9969047,"letterContent":"This year, your generosity transformed our before‑school French Club into a true global‑readiness experience for our students. With the new French books, my students were able to learn real vocabulary, practice pronunciation, and build confidence using a second language in meaningful ways. These texts helped them understand grammar patterns, decode new words, and connect reading to speaking, skills that are essential for becoming multilingual learners. Reading in our classroom looks joyful and active: students read aloud, practice dialogues, annotate new vocabulary, and use the books to guide short conversations with one another.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students stepped into leadership roles that reached the entire school community. They learned the French words to the Pledge of Allegiance and proudly led the school in reciting it during morning announcements. They will also present the pledge during our awards day and end‑of‑year promotion ceremony. Their confidence grew so much that they were interviewed by our Media Club and recorded a Christmas greeting in French for Casey Elementary and its viewers. Watching them speak another language on camera, smiling, proud, and fearless, was a moment I will never forget.\r\n\r\nYour gift also allowed students to integrate the arts into their language learning. Using the color wheel, they designed and created their favorite French pastries using paper mâché or clay, making sure their colors complemented one another. This project blended culture, creativity, and vocabulary in a way that made French come alive for them. Several students who were initially shy have become some of our most enthusiastic readers and speakers, often asking to take their books home to practice. It has truly been an exciting and inspiring year, and none of this would have been possible without your kindness. Thank you for believing in my students and giving them the opportunity to see themselves as global learners.","fullyFundedDate":1767132608408,"projectUrl":"project/early-french-for-global-readiness/9969047/","projectTitle":"Early French for Global Readiness","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Diane Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9061807_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685308048100","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9061807"},{"teacherId":9849218,"projectId":8972750,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into an even more engaging, hands-on learning environment. The new resources have allowed my students to move beyond simply completing assignments and into actively exploring, collaborating, and creating.\r\nWe are using these materials daily during small-group instruction and project-based learning. Recently, during a math lesson focused on place value and number patterns, students used the new tools to build models, justify their thinking, and explain their strategies to classmates. One powerful moment happened when a student who typically hesitates to participate confidently shared her reasoning using the manipulatives. The visual support helped her make sense of the concept, and the pride on her face when her classmates applauded her explanation was unforgettable.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were wide-eyed and full of questions: \"Are these really for us?\" \"When can we use them?\" Their enthusiasm carried straight into the lesson, and engagement levels soared. Even students who sometimes struggle to stay focused were eager to dive in and participate.\r\nBecause of your support, our next steps include using these resources in an upcoming collaborative project where students will design and present their own math challenges. They will apply critical thinking skills, work together to problem-solve, and demonstrate mastery in creative ways. Your contribution has not just provided materials — it has created opportunities for confidence, ownership, and deeper learning.\r\nThank you for giving our students the tools they need to succeed. Your generosity is making a meaningful and lasting difference in our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1732693843470,"projectUrl":"project/creative-connections-empowering-student/8972750/","projectTitle":"Creative Connections: Empowering Students Through Arts Integration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9849218"},{"teacherId":9849218,"projectId":9754946,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to resources that have truly enhanced our learning experience. We are using the new materials daily during small group instruction and independent practice. One special moment was watching students confidently work through math problems using the hands-on tools you provided. They were more engaged, asked thoughtful questions, and supported one another in ways I had not seen before.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They immediately wanted to explore and use everything. It made learning feel fresh and motivating for them. Several students even said, \"This makes math fun!\" — which is always a win in my classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support has created an environment where students feel more confident and prepared. As we move into our next benchmark and upcoming lessons, students will continue using these resources to strengthen their understanding of key standards. Our next steps include applying these skills to multi-step problem-solving tasks and collaborative math projects that build both academic skills and teamwork.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools they need to grow, succeed, and believe in themselves. Your generosity is making a lasting difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763590875011,"projectUrl":"project/small-groups-big-math-success-in-5th-gr/9754946/","projectTitle":"Small Groups, Big Math Success in 5th Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9849218"},{"teacherId":9061807,"projectId":9967867,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity and the matching support from the Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation, my students now have access to Dot Reading Pens and comprehension card sets that are transforming the way they approach reading. Your contribution has had a meaningful, daily impact in my classroom, and I'm excited to share how much this project has benefited my learners.\r\n\r\nMy students learn best through hands-on, experiential activities, and the Hot Dots system provides exactly that. Instead of sitting passively with a worksheet, they are up, engaged, tapping answers, rereading passages, and checking their understanding in real time. Each card provides a short text and a comprehension question, turning reading into an active, project‑based routine. The magic happens when the pen lights up or celebrates correct answers. I see their confidence bloom instantly. Even when the pen encourages them to \"try again,\" they persist without frustration. For many of my reluctant readers, this interactive, physical approach has been the turning point that keeps them focused, motivated, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nBefore this project, I had only one pen and one set of cards, so only one student could participate at a time. With your help, more students can now work independently while I support others in small groups. The long‑lasting, leak‑proof batteries you helped fund ensure that the pens stay safe, reliable, and ready for daily use.\r\n\r\nYour support has created more than just access to materials; you've given my students a learning experience that is engaging, confidence‑building, and joyful. You've helped them believe that they can read, think, and succeed.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for investing in my students and believing in their potential. Your generosity is shaping their academic growth in meaningful ways, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1766422422459,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-a-dot-away/9967867/","projectTitle":"Reading Is A Dot Away","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Diane Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9061807_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685308048100","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9061807"},{"teacherId":9061807,"projectId":9379636,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in providing our classroom with the HP 67XL ink. I was especially moved to learn that a member of the DonorsChoose staff contributed to this project; knowing that someone who works behind the scenes to support teachers also personally invested in my classroom is truly heartfelt and means the world to me.\r\n\r\nYour support has transformed our learning environment from a mess to a miracle. Because of your kindness, my students' daily experience has been completely revitalized. I can now print vibrant, colorful worksheets and booklets for our small-group sessions. Seeing these materials in full color helps my students engage more deeply and better understand complex visual concepts.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, this gift allows me to bridge the gap between school and home through professional newsletters and to decorate our room with educational displays that make it a place where students feel inspired. Thank you for believing in my students and for giving them the colorful, organized, and beautiful classroom they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1758649849025,"projectUrl":"project/happy-makes-learning-awake/9379636/","projectTitle":"Happy Makes Learning Awake","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Diane Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9061807_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685308048100","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9061807"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_13130","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":250,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":94,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":1,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"1 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":58.1,"schoolId":13130,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hattie Casey Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hattie Casey Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/mississippi/jackson-public-school-district/hattie-casey-elementary-school/13130"}