{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jefferson County Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":74.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8981048,"projectId":10433460,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing the pencils, paper, folders, sentence strips, and highlighters that help my students become confident writers. They were excited to see supplies chosen just for their learning. These materials allow every child to brainstorm, organize topics, highlight details, draft paragraphs, and revise with purpose. Students can now focus on expressing their thoughts instead of worrying about missing supplies. Next, they will use these tools to plan and complete five-paragraph essays.","fullyFundedDate":1787171283452,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-paper-and-possibilities-build/10433460/","projectTitle":"Pencils, Paper, and Possibilities: Building Confident Writers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stewart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8981048_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768330910418","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8981048"},{"teacherId":8981048,"projectId":10433516,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us create a more organized, welcoming classroom! Our secure storage cabinet gives supplies a safe home and allows students to quickly find the materials they need. They were excited to see the new cabinet and are learning to take greater responsibility for our shared resources. Because our room is less cluttered, we can spend more time writing, creating, and learning. Your generosity has improved our routines and made a lasting difference for every student in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1787171283701,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-everything-secure-storage-f/10433516/","projectTitle":"A Place for Everything: Secure Storage for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stewart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8981048_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768330910418","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8981048"},{"teacherId":8564087,"projectId":10137664,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Sparkling Clean Learning Environment project! Your generosity is helping us create a cleaner, healthier, and more welcoming classroom where students can feel comfortable, focused, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students now have access to the supplies we need to keep our learning environment clean and organized. These resources may seem simple, but they make a meaningful difference in our daily classroom experience.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us create a space where they can learn, grow, and thrive. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support!\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our classroom shine!","fullyFundedDate":1774629825508,"projectUrl":"project/sparkling-clean-learning-environment-for/10137664/","projectTitle":"Sparkling Clean Learning Environment for First Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8564087_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784781523123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8564087"},{"teacherId":10365071,"projectId":9937538,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Take-a-Break Corner\" project! Your generosity has created a special space in our classroom where students can take a moment to reset, calm their minds, and return to learning feeling refreshed and ready. The new resources have already made a positive difference in our classroom. Students are learning that it is okay to recognize when they need a short break and that taking a few quiet moments can help them manage their emotions and refocus.\r\n\r\nWhen the students saw the materials for our Take-a-Break Corner, they were excited to see that we had a comfortable and welcoming space just for them. They were eager to explore the new resources and immediately understood that the corner was a place where they could relax and regroup. One of my favorite moments has been watching a student independently choose to use the space when feeling overwhelmed and then return to the activity ready to participate. Moments like this show how the corner is helping students develop independence, self-awareness, and positive strategies for managing their emotions.\r\n\r\nAs we continue with our lessons, students will continue practicing how to recognize their feelings, make positive choices, and use the Take-a-Break Corner appropriately when they need it. We are grateful that your support has given our students more than a physical space it has given them a safe place to pause, reset, and believe that they can successfully return to learning. Thank you for making this meaningful addition to our classroom possible!","fullyFundedDate":1774396989602,"projectUrl":"project/the-take-a-break-corner/9937538/","projectTitle":"The Take-a-Break Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10365071"},{"teacherId":10365071,"projectId":9938509,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by providing new headphones and Kleenex! Your generosity has already made a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have given my students the opportunity to work more independently and stay focused during lessons, educational videos,, and computer-based assignments. Instead of worrying about background noise or struggling to hear their lessons, students can now concentrate on the task in front of them. The Kleenex has also been a simple but important resource that helps keep our classroom comfortable, clean, and ready for learning.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest impacts has been seeing students become more confident and independent while working on their assignments. With their headphones, students can listen carefully to instructions, complete digital activities at their own pace, and stay engaged with their learning.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue building on independent learning and life skills as we move forward with our current lessons. The headphones will continue to be used as students work on technology-based activities, SEL, and other assignments that allow them to practice important skills at their own pace.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and helping make our classroom a better place to learn. Your kindness provides more than supplies it gives our students the tools, encouragement, and confidence they need to keep learning and growing.","fullyFundedDate":1771653490722,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-and-kleenex/9938509/","projectTitle":"Headphones and Kleenex","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10365071"},{"teacherId":10073989,"projectId":10363257,"letterContent":"I appreciate you donating to my project. This printer and ink makes it so much easier to take care of business from the comfort of my own room. Also, I don't have to depend on anyone else sending or copying papers for me and it may or may not get done. \r\n\r\nThis helps my class also with printing made easy for my kids to get what they need instantly instead of having to wait. My room now feels complete with our own little office. The kids are always asking for copies of assignments to take home, just because we have a printer in the room. lol\r\n\r\nAgain, we thank you for investing in us. We appreciate all that you have done and all that you do.","fullyFundedDate":1785704142347,"projectUrl":"project/print-me-now-please/10363257/","projectTitle":"Print Me Now Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hackett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10073989"},{"teacherId":7681591,"projectId":9967849,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution! This couldn't have come at a better time! A few months ago, my students were mentioning that we need cleaning supplies because of all the spreading germs that are going around. My students were excited about the snacks that they received. Not all students have the previous of bringing snacks from home, so this give every student the enjoyment of snack time. Thank you so much! Again, thanks to all the donors the contribute to light up these students. WE couldn't have done it without you all.","fullyFundedDate":1774396991977,"projectUrl":"project/protection-for-my-students/9967849/","projectTitle":"Protection for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7681591_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x369,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1609950240234","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7681591"},{"teacherId":9697734,"projectId":10451046,"letterContent":"My students and I are so grateful for the new writing folders! These folders have given each student a special place to organize their writing materials, keep track of their progress, and take greater ownership of their work. We are using them throughout our writing lessons to store brainstorming pages, graphic organizers, drafts, revisions, and completed pieces.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first received their folders, they were excited to have something of their own specifically for writing. One of my favorite moments has been watching them pull out their folders during writing time and immediately begin looking back at previous work to help them with a new assignment. Instead of papers being misplaced or forgotten, students can now see their writing journey all in one place.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building these folders into personal writing portfolios. As we learn new writing skills, students will add examples of their work and use previous pieces to reflect on their growth. We will continue working through the writing process—planning, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing—while strengthening sentence structure, organization, grammar, and the use of text evidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping us create a more organized and meaningful writing experience. Your generosity has provided more than folders—it has given my students a tool that will help them grow into more confident and independent writers!","fullyFundedDate":1786464861011,"projectUrl":"project/from-thoughts-to-stories-folders-neede/10451046/","projectTitle":"From Thoughts to Stories: Folders Needed for Writing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Glass","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9697734_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754173077662","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9697734"},{"teacherId":10062134,"projectId":10471043,"letterContent":"Thank you so very for donating to this project. My students were so excited to learn this project was funded. They cheered, they chanted, and screamed with excitement. The snacks will help support so many of my students who cannot afford to buy snacks. The snacks will also be there for students who may not like what is for breakfast.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students they love to climb the ladder and grab and snack. It helps keeps keeps behavior down because they love to be rewarded. It also motivates them to share with others. This is very important because I always remind them to be grateful for what they have. Without the love and support of others this project would not be possible. Thanks for supporting students in rural classrooms.","fullyFundedDate":1786634930810,"projectUrl":"project/preventing-food-insecurity-one-snack-at/10471043/","projectTitle":"Preventing Food Insecurity: One Snack at a time: Part Two","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shawanna R Hawkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10062134_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771787996218","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10062134"},{"teacherId":1489349,"projectId":10418558,"letterContent":"First allow me to say thank you for your significant contributions to our classroom. The headphones will help students learn more inclusively by blocking classroom noise, allowing them to focus entirely on their digital reading and audio lessons. This technology lets children listen to instructions at their own pace, replaying difficult words or complex tasks without feeling rushed or judged by peers. This ensures equal access to clear sound for every student in the room, creating an isolated, optimal learning environment that bridges the gap between home technology and school resources. \r\n\r\nStudents are incredibly excited about the new product's comfortable, cushioned design and solid color, making daily lessons feel more engaging, high-tech activity. Students, who typically struggle with focus or reading find themselves deeply captivated by the immersive audio, keeping them calm, stationary, and deeply absorbed in their schoolwork.","fullyFundedDate":1785686360548,"projectUrl":"project/restocking-our-outdated-technology/10418558/","projectTitle":"Restocking Our Outdated Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Mukes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1489349_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x396,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768329344462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1489349"},{"teacherId":7939621,"projectId":10203216,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing back-to-school supplies for my first-grade students! Your generosity has helped us begin the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nHaving the supplies we need allows my students to fully participate in daily lessons, complete their assignments, and enjoy hands-on learning activities without worrying about not having the materials they need. The supplies have also helped us stay organized and create a classroom environment where students can focus on learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my first graders and helping us start the school year on the right foot. Thank you so much for providing back-to-school supplies for my first grade students! Your generosity has helped us begin the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1783276593685,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-supplies-to-help-my-stude/10203216/","projectTitle":"Back-to-School Supplies to Help My Students Start Strong","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7939621_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767390818680","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939621"},{"teacherId":7939621,"projectId":10203186,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing books for my first grade students! Your generosity has made a wonderful difference in our classroom and has helped my students develop a greater love for reading.\r\n\r\nHaving a variety of books at different reading levels allows each student to find a book that matches their interests and abilities. My students are excited to choose books, look at the pictures, practice new words, and share what they have learned with their classmates. The books have also helped build their vocabulary, reading fluency, comprehension, and confidence.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped put more books into the hands of young readers and has created opportunities for my students to grow academically while developing a lifelong love of reading. Thank you for investing in my first graders and helping them become confident, excited readers!","fullyFundedDate":1785254702764,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-love-for-reading-one-book-at/10203186/","projectTitle":"Building a Love for Reading, One Book at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7939621_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767390818680","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939621"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_8916","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":516,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":99,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":0,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"19.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":25.3,"schoolId":8916,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Jefferson County Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Jefferson County Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/mississippi/jefferson-county-school-district/jefferson-co-lower-elementary-school/8916"}