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Having texts they can access—and feel successful with—has boosted their confidence and excitement during independent reading time.\r\n\r\nYour support has strengthened both their hearts and their minds. Thank you for believing in my students and giving them the resources they need to learn, lead, and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1755711386376,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-learn-ready-to-lead-learning/9389088/","projectTitle":"Ready to Learn, Ready to Lead: Learning for First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valerie L. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7608107_orig.jpg?crop=1097,1097,x0,y482&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628815220123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7608107"},{"teacherId":7608107,"projectId":9390150,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my Stacked for Success project! Because of your generosity, my classroom now has stacked chairs for small groups, along with essential supplies such as markers, pencils, scissors, glue, erasers, and printer paper.\r\n\r\nThese materials have already made a big difference. The small-group chairs create a comfortable learning space where my first graders can focus during targeted instruction. The classroom supplies ensure every child has what they need to write, build, and stay engaged throughout the day. The printing paper helps me prepare the worksheets and activities that support their reading and math growth.\r\n\r\nYour support shows my students that people believe in them and their future. We are truly grateful for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1758649849076,"projectUrl":"project/stocked-for-success-classroom-essential/9390150/","projectTitle":"Stocked for Success: Classroom Essentials for First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Valerie L. 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That moment showed me how much these small acts of kindness matter. The snacks didn't just fill a need; they created joy and a sense of belonging that carried into our classroom community.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, my students are channeling this renewed energy into their reading and writing projects. With their basic needs met, they are more motivated to collaborate, take risks, and celebrate their progress. Your support has given them not only nourishment but also encouragement to thrive. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where every child feels cared for and ready to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1762874357579,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-thrive-despite-hunger/9886471/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Thrive Despite Hunger","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Henry-Peyton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8602031_orig.jpg?crop=753,753,x198,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707002262880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8602031"},{"teacherId":7984022,"projectId":9306339,"letterContent":"Having new classroom materials makes a significant impact on my scholars. When students have access to fresh, engaging supplies and resources, they feel valued, motivated, and excited to learn. These materials allow us to create hands-on, meaningful learning experiences that support different learning styles and help every child feel successful.\r\n\r\nNew materials also help us build a classroom environment where students are comfortable taking risks, exploring new ideas, and developing confidence in themselves as learners. Your support directly contributes to our scholars' growth, curiosity, and joy for learning and for that, we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1746786181186,"projectUrl":"project/gear-up-for-greatness/9306339/","projectTitle":"Gear Up for Greatness!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7984022_orig.jpg?crop=398,398,x45,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1645340920376","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7984022"},{"teacherId":9703463,"projectId":9301793,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Clean Start project! Because of your generosity, my students and I started the school year in a classroom that was not only safe and clean but also welcoming and engaging.\r\n\r\nThe Lysol and Clorox wipes, along with the room freshener, have been essential in keeping germs away and helping us maintain a fresh, healthy environment. This is especially important in a special needs classroom, where a clean and calm setting makes a huge difference in how students feel and learn.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic tiles and sensory items have quickly become favorites among my students. These materials give them hands-on opportunities to explore, build, and engage in calming activities. For many of my students, sensory play is not just fun—it is vital to their development and ability to focus throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, the first four weeks of school have been filled with smiles, learning, and a safe space for all. Your gift has truly helped us start the year strong, and we are so grateful for your thoughtfulness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1746699674169,"projectUrl":"project/clean-start/9301793/","projectTitle":"Clean Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9703463_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746276687931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9703463"},{"teacherId":8406256,"projectId":9246986,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! My students were thrilled to watch the butterfly life cycle unfold and loved learning about the life cycles of a chicken and bird. These experiences made science come alive for them. With your generosity, they also discovered the joy of growing plants while reading Sunny's Seed—a project that taught patience, responsibility, and care. Hands-on learning has been such a powerful tool for deepening their understanding and sparking curiosity. We are so grateful for your kindness in making these meaningful learning moments possible!","fullyFundedDate":1747140607357,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-our-wings-and-finishing-prek/9246986/","projectTitle":"Spreading our Wings and finishing PreK","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Price","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8406256_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660270702734","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misspriceisright"},{"teacherId":8885923,"projectId":9076212,"letterContent":"I would like to thank you all with your help my late students will have something to eat in morning for breakfast and my students will have something to eat before they go home or they can eat it while at school thank you all again I really do appreciate all of your help support and donations my students want have to come or leave hunger and they will be able to focus in class with the help of your donations and support my students can ask for a snack to help them keep going through the day the snacks also help the teachers too giving these what they need on a daily basis to help them to do there best and not be hungry and safe to ask the teacher for something to eat is great","fullyFundedDate":1746698763302,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack/9076212/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Adams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8885923_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1670339572944","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8885923"},{"teacherId":4190267,"projectId":7939990,"letterContent":"The PBIS store is a big deal at our school. We have a quarterly store where students can come shop with points he/she have earned from teachers and administration. The smiles on their faces were priceless when walking in the store to see gift cards from some favored restaurants and stores.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your donations and kindness to my school!! The students were so happy with this month's PBIS store!! I wanted to make sure that our scholars received end-of-the-year gifts!! Because of you and your generosity, this was achieved for many students!","fullyFundedDate":1697300486850,"projectUrl":"project/gift-cards-for-good-behavior/7939990/","projectTitle":"Gift Cards for Good Behavior","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lloyd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4190267_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648142106235","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/avis-lloyd"},{"teacherId":4190267,"projectId":7795449,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your monetary donations toward our PAWsitvie Expectations Program!!! Your donations meant more than you'll ever know for our students. Because of your generosity we were able to have two successful PBIS stores for the 2023-2024 school year, one being a very fun and exciting Christmas store! The students loved being able to spend their PAW dollars on these prizes and incentives, and they earn PAWS every day for demonstrating positive behaviors.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, we were able to get some of the supplies we need for future PBIS stores. This will help sustain our program for years.\r\n\r\nYour kindness will never be forgotten!","fullyFundedDate":1694721925938,"projectUrl":"project/pawsitive-expectations/7795449/","projectTitle":"PAWSitive Expectations","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lloyd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4190267_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648142106235","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/avis-lloyd"},{"teacherId":9703463,"projectId":9018659,"letterContent":"Dear Donor's\r\n\r\nI want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of cleaning supplies and snacks to our classroom. Your kindness and support mean so much to both me and my students.\r\n\r\nThe cleaning supplies you provided help us maintain a healthy and organized learning environment, ensuring that our classroom remains a safe and welcoming space for everyone. Your donation of snacks has also been a true gift, giving my students the nourishment they need to stay focused and energized throughout the day. Seeing their smiles when they receive a snack is a reminder of how small gestures can make a big difference.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only provided essential resources but has also shown my students the power of kindness and community. Knowing that people like you care about their well-being makes them feel supported and valued.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtfulness and generosity. Your impact is felt in our classroom every single day, and we are truly grateful!\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,\r\nMs. Robinson \r\nEE Self-contained Teacher\r\nJohnson Elementary","fullyFundedDate":1735702559758,"projectUrl":"project/strong-finish-2425/9018659/","projectTitle":"Strong Finish 24/25","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9703463_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746276687931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9703463"},{"teacherId":4190267,"projectId":7787912,"letterContent":"We implement a nation-wide program called Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (P.B.I.S.) at our school. This initiative is designed to enhance our students' academic success and behavioral skills. As part of the P.B.I.S. program, we have established clear expectations for behavior throughout our school, summarized by our core values: PAWS!\r\n\r\nP = POSITIVE ATTITUDE\r\nA = ACT RESPONSIBLY\r\nW = WORK HARD\r\nS = SAFETY FIRST\r\n\r\nWe will ensure that these behavioral expectations are clearly taught to our students, and we will frequently reward them with positive praise. Students will learn about PAW Bucks, which we use to recognize their demonstration of PAWS behaviors. Each staff member will provide five PAW Bucks daily, and at the end of each month, students can spend their \"bucks\" at our Tiger Den Store for small items and reward coupons/passes.\r\nThank you once again for your collaboration in fostering a positive learning environment for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1693713989840,"projectUrl":"project/paw-bucks/7787912/","projectTitle":"Paw Bucks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lloyd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4190267_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648142106235","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/avis-lloyd"},{"teacherId":8406256,"projectId":8257093,"letterContent":"With the supplies that were used to help with a bit of occasion of the stage, the school has been able to store more materials and host and plan events. We have hosted a Black History month program since organizing. We have hosted parent-teacher association meetings. We have also hosted some dances and were able to place the dinner buffet on the stage so students had the whole dance floor to be able to enjoy one another. We also arguing up for the planning of 5th grade and kindergarten graduation and this year will be able to use the stage due to the donations.","fullyFundedDate":1711602146723,"projectUrl":"project/jes-stage-beautification/8257093/","projectTitle":"JES Stage Beautification","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Price","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8406256_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660270702734","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misspriceisright"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_17093","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":279,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":93,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":1,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":49.4,"schoolId":17093,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Johnson Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Johnson Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/mississippi/jackson-public-school-district/johnson-elementary-school/17093"}