{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"J.T. McWilliams Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":60.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10405252,"projectId":10025939,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom. My students loved the center, and they are excited to participate in the center each day. Setting up the center was really easy, and I was able to get the center started on the same day I received the package. Each day, the students are able to rotate two times. Meaning, the students are able to experience the center at least two times a week. If we are not able to participate in centers, the children are extremely disappointed. You are a part of this joy, and I truly thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1768673570904,"projectUrl":"project/making-centers-exciting/10025939/","projectTitle":"Making Centers Exciting","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Raiford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405252"},{"teacherId":9794005,"projectId":9980740,"letterContent":"Thank you for the donations given to help make the music lessons even more magical! Students have gotten to play new games, have more instrument enrichment, and gain ownership over the music lessons.\r\n\r\nA goal of mine was to help students be more independent in the music lesson. They now have the ability to easily select and bring their instruments to a playable position on their own. This helps tremendously not only with transitions, but also with giving students more chances at being responsible for their own learning. Thank you for helping create these opportunities.","fullyFundedDate":1768261949403,"projectUrl":"project/music-music-all-around/9980740/","projectTitle":"Music, Music All Around!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vandruff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9794005"},{"teacherId":5590184,"projectId":10010911,"letterContent":"The Makerspace Challenge has been a game changer for my students. This year my students had a third lane to participate in our Marble Track challenge. More students were able to design and build their Marble Track rollercoasters this year. My students from 3rd to 5th grade really were engaged and worked together to make their rollercoasters a success.\r\nOur Rubik's cube challenge is also a success. Students have been perfecting their skills in addition and fractions using the 4x4 and 9x9 Rubik's cubes. They have used problem solving skills using algorithms to solve parts of the Rubik's cube. My 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students have used the parts of the Rubik's cube to identify and reduce fractions. My 1st and 2nd grade students have used the 4x4 cubes to learn addition skills. After the activity my students all said they wanted to come back and do it again and go deeper with both their math skills and their solving skills.\r\nAll of the Makerspace Challenge components have become a vital part of the STEM program in my library. We appreciate all that you have done to make this concept go from a dream to a living part of our library and our school.","fullyFundedDate":1768681849754,"projectUrl":"project/makerspace-challenge/10010911/","projectTitle":"Makerspace Challenge","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Heckler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5590184"},{"teacherId":10403604,"projectId":10018264,"letterContent":"The arrival of our new magnetic tiles, counting manipulatives, and matching games has completely transformed our independent task centers. Through these engaging, hands-on activities, my students are building vital fine motor skills and expanding their vocabularies without even realizing they are learning. This differentiated approach caters perfectly to their individual needs, boosting their confidence and allowing these unique learners to truly thrive.\r\n\r\nNow that the students have mastered the basics, we are ready to move on to a creative storytelling project. They will use the magnetic tiles to construct 3D models of story settings and the letter tiles to label key elements of their scenes. Your generous support has provided the essential foundation they need to transition from basic recognition to imaginative application, helping them grow into independent and capable learners.","fullyFundedDate":1768700369914,"projectUrl":"project/happy-new-year-its-time-for-new-and-en/10018264/","projectTitle":"Happy New Year! It's Time for New and Engaging Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dunn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10403604_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y205&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768271086987","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403604"},{"teacherId":8580198,"projectId":10012367,"letterContent":"With your generous contribution, our students and families are able to use our courtyard in various ways! We often have classes taking instruction outdoors to conduct lessons or to allow students to practice skills in a different setting. We also have classes enjoying the outdoor space while reading as a whole group or independently.\r\n\r\nRecently, we also hosted our Spring Family Night, during which many families sat together to engage in STEAM-related activities and to simply spend time together enjoying the evening.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making our school a space our students and families can enjoy!","fullyFundedDate":1768363971105,"projectUrl":"project/picnic-benches-for-our-students/10012367/","projectTitle":"Picnic Benches for Our Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8580198_orig.jpg?crop=586,586,x0,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661404016619","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8580198"},{"teacherId":9426459,"projectId":10020892,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. These items have made a significant impact during direct Occupational Therapy sessions making therapy more fun and engaging. \r\n\r\nThese items have assisted me in meeting my students unique needs and have helped them to be more successful in their classrooms. I use these items daily and I am incredibly grateful. \r\n\r\nThe crash pad has been extremely beneficial with helping a student with being safer in their class and reducing self injurious behaviors. The various sensory items have been helpful for all of my students both in their classes and during OT sessions. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768666933228,"projectUrl":"project/occupational-therapy-sensory-items/10020892/","projectTitle":"Occupational Therapy Sensory Items","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Annie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9426459"},{"teacherId":9322600,"projectId":9998539,"letterContent":"I am writing with heartfelt gratitude to thank you for your incredible generosity in supporting our recent spelling bee at JT McWilliams. Because of your kindness, what could have been a simple classroom activity became a truly memorable and meaningful experience for my students and our school.\r\n\r\nYour donations provided the supplies and resources we needed to create an engaging, well-organized, and exciting event. From the moment the spelling bee began, the students were filled with enthusiasm, confidence, and pride. Many of them stepped outside of their comfort zones, demonstrating courage, perseverance, and a love for learning that was inspiring to witness.\r\n\r\nMore than just a competition, this event became a beautiful moment of growth and connection. Students cheered one another on, celebrated each other's successes, and learned valuable lessons about effort and resilience. These are the kinds of experiences that stay with them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nNone of this would have been possible without your support. Your generosity did more than provide supplies you created an opportunity for students to shine, to believe in themselves, and to feel seen and supported.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and our entire school community, thank you for making such a lasting impact. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768158032128,"projectUrl":"project/spelling-bee-champs-in-the-making/9998539/","projectTitle":"Spelling Bee Champs in the Making!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9322600_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768447644771","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9322600"},{"teacherId":9526237,"projectId":10015119,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom, because of your kindness and generosity, my students now have new, fun materials and supplies to help them learn, explore, and grow. \r\n\r\nYour donation made a big difference in our classroom. My students are excited to use the new resources, and they will help make learning more fun and engaging every day. Scented stickers are a hit in our classroom! Those comfy pillows are a must for our independent reading!\r\n\r\nWe are very grateful for your support and for believing in our class! Thank you for helping our students succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1768517358349,"projectUrl":"project/some-essentials/10015119/","projectTitle":"Some Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Niedbalski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9526237"},{"teacherId":7538788,"projectId":9993469,"letterContent":"First, thank you for your generosity. The kindness you have shown our students and families will never go unnoticed.\r\n\r\nWe recently held our annual Spring Family Night at our school, and as you can see in the photos, our students are already enjoying the tables your donation helped purchase. It was a perfect day to be outside, and the tables created a wonderful space for families to gather and participate in the STEM activities our staff worked so hard to organize.\r\n\r\nMy students and I are truly grateful for your support. We look forward to many more days spent learning, connecting, and enjoying the outdoors at the beautiful tables we are so fortunate to have.","fullyFundedDate":1768093859083,"projectUrl":"project/picnic-benches-for-our-students/9993469/","projectTitle":"Picnic Benches for Our Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Escoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7538788_orig.jpg?crop=402,402,x109,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1600968076347","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7538788"},{"teacherId":8127146,"projectId":10000656,"letterContent":"The students have created artwork that include S.T.E.A.M. project based learning activities and team-building activities where students work in groups and also create artwork independently in class. The students have used paint dots to create artwork that include patterns and also create art themed artwork such as Peace Week and Valentines day arts & craft projects. \r\nI greatly appreciate the art supplies that were generously donated for the students to continue developing their art skills and motor skills. The students have been creating artwork that also incorporates puppetry and theater where students have presented their artwork in class and shared their ideas with other students.\r\nThank you again for the donations and the next steps for learning include incorporating more 3-dimentional art projects.","fullyFundedDate":1768855781634,"projectUrl":"project/steam-art-projects-2026/10000656/","projectTitle":"S.T.E.A.M. 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I absolutely love their enthusiasm.","fullyFundedDate":1768178856779,"projectUrl":"project/pictures-for-communication/9995615/","projectTitle":"Pictures for communication!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shekerko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8150667_orig.jpg?crop=537,537,x401,y140&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635191989604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8150667"},{"teacherId":10402885,"projectId":10012943,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now have access to resources that are making a real and immediate difference in our classroom. We are using these materials daily during small-group instruction, independent practice, and collaborative learning tasks. One powerful moment happened during our reading block when students used the new supplies to create evidence-based responses and anchor charts. I watched students who typically struggle with confidence actively participate, share ideas, and take ownership of their learning. It was a proud teacher moment.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was incredible. Students immediately noticed the new tools and were eager to use them. Several students asked, \"Are these really for us?\" and their smiles said everything. It reminded me how meaningful it is for students to feel supported and valued in their learning environment.\r\n\r\nThese resources are already helping us strengthen critical skills such as reading comprehension, writing organization, and mathematical problem-solving. As we move forward, students will continue using these tools to prepare for upcoming state assessments and to build long-term academic confidence. Our next steps include applying these materials to project-based learning tasks, structured writing assignments, and targeted intervention groups to ensure every student can grow.\r\n\r\nYour support has not just provided supplies — it has created opportunities, increased engagement, and helped build a classroom where students feel capable and motivated to succeed. 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