{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Winchester Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":65.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3157774,"projectId":10338198,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students and families experienced more than just a hot meal. They felt seen, valued, and supported by a community that truly cares.\r\n Many of the children we serve face challenges beyond the classroom. For some, access to a nutritious meal is not always guaranteed. Through your support of Serving With Love: Hot Meals for Our Students & Families, we were able to provide warm, comforting meals that nourished both bodies and spirits. These meals brought families together, eased financial burdens, and reminded our students that they are surrounded by people who want them to succeed.\r\n The impact extended far beyond the food itself. Students returned to school feeling cared for and encouraged. Families expressed gratitude for the relief and support they received during a time when every helping hand mattered. Your kindness helped create moments of connection, dignity, and hope.\r\n Thank you for helping to meet the needs of our students and families. Your support helped ensure that children could focus on learning while knowing their basic needs were being addressed. Together, we are building a stronger, more caring community, one meal at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1781910309717,"projectUrl":"project/serving-with-love-hot-meals-for-our-stu/10338198/","projectTitle":"Serving With Love: Hot Meals for Our Students & Families","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bush-Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3157774"},{"teacherId":6128649,"projectId":10612174,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your kindness and generosity in helping bring science to life in our classroom! Thanks to your thoughtful donation, my fifth-grade scientists now have a mini pancake maker that lets them explore chemical changes in a fun, exciting, and delicious way! When my students first saw the pancake maker, their faces lit up with excitement! They could hardly believe they would actually get to make pancakes during science class. This wonderful resource has turned an everyday breakfast food into an unforgettable learning opportunity. As students mix ingredients and watch the batter transform into fluffy pancakes, they discover how heat triggers chemical reactions that create new substances with different properties. Watching their excitement as they connect what we learn in our textbooks to real-life experiences is truly priceless.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided my students with so much more than a pancake maker. You have allowed them to become curious scientists who ask questions, make predictions, observe changes, and explain their thinking using scientific evidence. As we continue exploring physical and chemical changes, students will use their observations to compare what happens when ingredients are mixed with what happens when the batter is cooked. They will also practice writing scientific explanations using claims, evidence, and reasoning (CER). These hands-on experiences are especially meaningful because they allow students who may struggle with traditional classroom instruction to shine, participate, and experience success in science.\r\n\r\nIt truly takes a village to raise and inspire children, and we are so blessed to have you as part of our classroom village! Your generosity reminds my students that there are people beyond our classroom walls who believe in their potential and want to see them succeed. As their teacher, there is no greater joy than watching their eyes light up when learning becomes something they can see, touch, experience, and remember. Thank you for investing in their education, supporting their curiosity, and helping me create meaningful memories that will last far beyond fifth grade. You are not just helping us make pancakes—you are helping us build confidence, inspire future scientists, and show children that learning can be filled with joy. From our classroom family to yours, thank you for being such a special part of our village!","fullyFundedDate":1789598280629,"projectUrl":"project/stem-in-the-kitchen-pancakes-candy-c/10612174/","projectTitle":"STEM in the Kitchen: Pancakes, Candy & Chemical Changes!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexandra Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6128649_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784167209168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6128649"},{"teacherId":9527978,"projectId":10402718,"letterContent":"Our cheerleaders were so excited when they received their new duffle bags! These bags are more than just something to carry their belongings—they give our cheerleaders a sense of pride, unity, and belonging as members of the Winchester Elementary Broncos Cheer Team.\r\n\r\nThe girls will use their duffle bags to carry their uniforms, practice clothes, shoes, water bottles, and other necessities to practices, games, performances, and future cheer events. When they first saw the bags, their excitement was contagious! They were proud to have something that represented them as a team and made them feel like they were truly part of something special.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue preparing for our upcoming performances and events while teaching our cheerleaders the importance of responsibility, teamwork, discipline, and representing their school with pride. Having their own team duffle bags will help them stay organized and prepared wherever their cheer journey takes them.\r\n\r\nThank you to our generous donors for investing in our cheerleaders! Your support has helped us provide something our girls will use throughout the season and beyond. We are incredibly grateful for everyone who helped Carry Our Cheer with Pride!","fullyFundedDate":1786394958161,"projectUrl":"project/carry-our-cheer-with-pride/10402718/","projectTitle":"Carry Our Cheer with Pride","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9527978_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790639460158","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9527978"},{"teacherId":3728832,"projectId":10276750,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Bronco Kare Korral pantry has taken a huge step forward in serving our students and families. The new scanning tools have transformed the way we organize, track, and distribute food. Many of our donors use technology at home, but may not realize how powerful these tools can be inside a school pantry — especially one that supports hundreds of students each week.\r\n\r\nWith our new scanners, students can now help check in items, scan outgoing Weekend Bags, and monitor inventory with confidence. This technology has made the process faster, more accurate, and far more engaging for our kids. They love seeing the screen light up, hearing the beep, and watching the numbers update in real time. It feels like \"real‑world work,\" and they take pride in doing it well.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular has truly blossomed with this project. He's usually quiet, but the moment he picked up the scanner, he became our lead \"inventory captain.\" He now volunteers daily, making sure every item is scanned correctly and every family gets exactly what they need. This project didn't just improve our pantry — it gave him a place to shine.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped us teach responsibility, digital literacy, and community care all at once. You've strengthened our pantry and empowered our students. We are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1778273400714,"projectUrl":"project/scanning-with-care-tools-to-support-our/10276750/","projectTitle":"Scanning With Care: Tools to Support Our School Pantry","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Herrington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3728832"},{"teacherId":3157774,"projectId":10227874,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to our students. The luau was a meaningful and memorable experience designed to recognize, celebrate, and encourage the outstanding young ladies who participate in our Diamonds & Pearls program.\r\n\r\nThis special celebration provided our students with an opportunity to feel valued and appreciated for their leadership, character, accomplishments, and positive contributions to our school community. \r\n\r\nThe luau theme created a joyful atmosphere where students could celebrate their friendships, accomplishments, and the journey they have shared throughout the year.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this event extended beyond the celebration itself. Our Diamonds & Pearls leaders were reminded that their voices, choices, kindness, and leadership matter. They were encouraged to continue setting positive examples for their peers and to understand that leadership is not simply about receiving recognition—it is about serving others, demonstrating confidence, showing respect, and making a difference.\r\n\r\nWe are grateful for everyone who helped make this celebration possible. By investing in our students and recognizing their accomplishments, we are helping them develop the confidence and leadership skills they need to continue growing academically, socially, and personally.\r\n\r\nThis was more than a celebration—it was an investment in our students, their confidence, their leadership, and their future","fullyFundedDate":1777950728344,"projectUrl":"project/aloha-celebration-luau-to-honor-our-dia/10227874/","projectTitle":"Aloha Celebration: Luau to Honor Our Diamond & Pearls Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bush-Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3157774"},{"teacherId":3130368,"projectId":10572686,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Dolly Parton Day literacy celebration became a joyful, unforgettable experience for my students. The cowboy hats and clear gift bags you provided helped transform our classroom into a Western‑themed reading roundup that made literacy feel exciting, special, and full of Tennessee pride.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students exploded with excitement. They immediately tried on their hats, posed for pretend photo‑booth moments, and began filling their gift bags with bookmarks, writing prompts, and their favorite Imagination Library selections. One of my favorite moments was watching a group of hesitant readers proudly march in our \"literacy parade,\" tipping their hats as they showcased the books they love.\r\n\r\nThese resources allowed every child to feel included and confident during our read‑alouds, creative writing activities, and storytelling sessions inspired by Dolly Parton. Your support didn't just fund supplies — it created joy, boosted participation, and strengthened the reading culture in our classroom.\r\n\r\nNext, we're building on this momentum with small‑group literacy challenges where students will set goals, track progress, and celebrate milestones. The excitement you helped spark is carrying forward into deeper engagement and stronger reading habits.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping us celebrate literacy in such a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1789568802690,"projectUrl":"project/yeehaw-for-reading/10572686/","projectTitle":"Yee‑Haw for Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3130368_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572485968476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-d-wilson"},{"teacherId":6128649,"projectId":10613142,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our cheerleading team and helping provide matching travel suits for our students. These suits allow our cheerleaders to look unified and feel confident while traveling to away games, participating in parades, attending school events, and representing our school throughout the community. Your generosity has helped make sure our students feel included, comfortable, and proud to be part of the team.\r\nThe impact of your support goes far beyond providing clothing. These suits help build team spirit, confidence, and a sense of belonging among our cheerleaders. It truly takes a village to support, encourage, and uplift students, and your kindness has become an important part of that village.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for being a part of my classroom village. Your support means more than you may ever know, and I am truly grateful that you chose to invest in our students and help create special memories they will carry with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1789615913659,"projectUrl":"project/red-ready-and-full-of-cheer/10613142/","projectTitle":"Red, Ready, and Full of Cheer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexandra Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6128649_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784167209168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6128649"},{"teacherId":9527978,"projectId":10423784,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our Winchester Elementary Broncos cheerleaders received their very own duffle bags! These bags have made a meaningful difference in how our cheerleaders prepare for practices, performances, and school events. Our students can now keep their cheer essentials, including practice clothes, shoes, and personal items, organized in one place.\r\n\r\nWhen our cheerleaders first saw their new duffle bags, they were excited and grateful. They were proud to receive something that represented their commitment to being part of the Broncos cheer team. The bags helped our students feel a greater sense of belonging and reminded them that their community believes in their potential.\r\n\r\nWe are using these resources as we continue preparing for upcoming cheer performances and school activities. Our cheerleaders are learning the importance of teamwork, responsibility, discipline, and representing their school with pride. Having their own duffle bags encourages them to take ownership of their belongings and arrive prepared for practices and events.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, our students will continue practicing cheers, improving their routines, building confidence, and supporting one another as teammates. We want our cheerleaders to understand that being part of a team is about more than performing; it is about commitment, respect, leadership, and encouraging others.\r\n\r\nThank you to every donor who supported our Carry Our Cheer with Pride project. Your generosity provided our cheerleaders with resources that they can use throughout the cheer season. You have helped us create a positive team experience and shown our students that their hard work matters. We appreciate your investment in our young athletes and our Winchester Elementary Broncos cheer program. Because of you, our cheerleaders can continue to learn, grow, and carry their cheer with pride! ❤️🖤","fullyFundedDate":1789393368755,"projectUrl":"project/carry-our-cheer-with-pride-helping-our/10423784/","projectTitle":"Carry Our Cheer With Pride: Helping Our Cheerleaders Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9527978_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790639460158","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9527978"},{"teacherId":3130368,"projectId":10629441,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to printing tools that make learning more hands-on, engaging, and personalized. Many of our donors use technology at home, but may not realize how essential it is inside a classroom — especially for young learners who thrive when they can touch, create, and interact with materials. This new printing technology allows my students to receive clear, colorful visuals, differentiated worksheets, math centers, and personalized learning supports that meet them exactly where they are.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been seeing their work come to life. When they complete assignments, create projects, or design something digitally, they love watching it transform into a real, tangible product they can hold. Several students who typically struggle with confidence have especially warmed to this new resource. One student in particular — who rarely speaks up — now proudly asks to print her math practice pages because she says the colors \"help her brain think better.\" Another student has become our \"printing helper,\" eager to assist classmates and celebrate their finished work.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just provide a printer — it provided access, independence, and pride. You helped create a classroom where students feel seen, supported, and excited to learn. Thank you for believing in them.","fullyFundedDate":1789598277810,"projectUrl":"project/printing-possibilities-for-my-students/10629441/","projectTitle":"Printing Possibilities For My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3130368_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572485968476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-d-wilson"},{"teacherId":3157774,"projectId":10227858,"letterContent":"Your kindness helps ensure our students have access to nutritious food and the support they need to feel cared for, confident, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we're not just filling pantry shelves—we're nourishing our students with care, consistency, and compassion., Thank you for helping us to help each and every student and their families to defeat food insecurities on a daily basis\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and reminding them that their community believes in them. Your support makes a meaningful difference every day","fullyFundedDate":1778452081274,"projectUrl":"project/pantry-power-nourishing-our-students-wi/10227858/","projectTitle":"Pantry Power: Nourishing Our Students With Care and Consistency","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bush-Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3157774"},{"teacherId":3157774,"projectId":10189793,"letterContent":"On behalf of the Diamonds and Pearls Girls Group, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations and continuous support. Because of your kindness, our recent Leadership Luau was a tremendous success and provided our girls with an unforgettable opportunity to grow as leaders.\r\n\r\nThe Luau provided more than just a fun celebration. It created a safe and supportive environment where children could discover their strengths, embrace their uniqueness, and envision themselves as future leaders in their schools and communities. Many participants shared that the event helped them feel empowered, encouraged, and motivated to set higher goals for themselves.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we were able to provide decorations, educational materials, refreshments, recognition awards, and meaningful activities that made the experience memorable and impactful. Most importantly, your support showed our girls that their community believes in their potential and is invested in their success.\r\nThank you for helping us nurture the next generation of confident, compassionate, and capable leaders. Your donations are making a lasting difference, and we are grateful for your partnership in empowering the young ladies of Diamonds and Pearls.\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1778011843668,"projectUrl":"project/leaders-in-lei-a-luau-celebration-for-d/10189793/","projectTitle":"Leaders in Lei: a Luau Celebration for Diamond & Pearls","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bush-Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3157774"},{"teacherId":9321003,"projectId":10313464,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping me give my second graders a warm and inviting place. The items that were donated helped add to the decor to the room as well as allowed me to offer little surprises. From the candy bracelets to the plastic sea bracelet they helped give my students a new adventure to learning. The cozy corner has given my students a place where they can go and collect themselves if they just needed a moment. The signs provided words of encouragement as they got themselves together. The birthday bags and the decor made them feel happy, safe, and ready to become sea scholars.","fullyFundedDate":1780502358565,"projectUrl":"project/a-new-adventure-to-learning/10313464/","projectTitle":"A New Adventure to Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9321003_orig.jpg?crop=1136,1136,x0,y439&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696735020044","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9321003"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_93277","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":413,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":84,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":11,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"9.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":35.0,"schoolId":93277,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Winchester Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Winchester Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/tennessee/memphis-shelby-county-schools/winchester-elementary-school/93277"}