{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Winchester Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":64.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3130368,"projectId":10174160,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom feels brighter, safer, and more welcoming every single day. The cleaning and hygiene supplies you provided have become part of our students' daily routines—helping them take ownership of their learning space and understand what it means to care for a community.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments happened the morning the materials arrived. My students immediately gathered around the boxes, excitedly pointing out items they recognized and asking how they could help unpack. Several of them jumped right into wiping down desks, organizing supplies, and making sure our shared areas were spotless. Their pride was unmistakable. They kept saying things like, \"This looks like a real classroom now!\" and \"We get to use this every day?\" Your gift didn't just meet a need—it boosted their confidence and sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nThese resources have also supported our current lessons on responsibility and healthy habits. Students are practicing routines that keep our classroom clean and safe, and they're learning why these habits matter. Our next step is to build these routines into our spring projects, where students will work in small groups to maintain different classroom zones and reflect on how a clean environment helps them focus and thrive.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a meaningful difference in our daily lives. Thank you for believing in our students and helping us create a space where they can learn with dignity and joy.","fullyFundedDate":1774880772585,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-classroom-clean-safe-and-r/10174160/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our Classroom Clean, Safe, and Ready to Learn","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":3728832,"projectId":10098705,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students have been able to turn compassion into action in the most tangible way. The new pantry supplies have already become a cornerstone of our classroom community work. Students have been sorting, organizing, and preparing food bags for classmates who rely on our pantry, and they take this responsibility seriously. One of our favorite moments came when a small group gathered around the newly stocked shelves and whispered, \"We can really help people with this.\" That sense of purpose lit up the room. See your donation in action on our Facebook page: \r\nhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587392932425","fullyFundedDate":1772111792711,"projectUrl":"project/compassion-in-action-stocking-our-schoo/10098705/","projectTitle":"Compassion in Action: Stocking 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":3130368,"projectId":10045849,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Intro to Spring Luncheon became a joyful, hands‑on learning experience that our students are still talking about. The new resources allowed us to transform an ordinary school day into a celebration of community, creativity, and the fresh energy that spring brings. Students worked together to prepare, plate, and serve a beautiful luncheon, practicing real‑world skills like teamwork, hospitality, and responsibility. \r\nYour support gave them the chance to experience what it feels like to create something meaningful for others. Up next, we'll be using the remaining supplies to continue exploring seasonal foods, etiquette, and service‑learning projects that help students connect their classroom learning to the world around them.","fullyFundedDate":1772408527905,"projectUrl":"project/intro-to-spring-luncheon/10045849/","projectTitle":"Intro to Spring Luncheon","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":3130368,"projectId":10154805,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our school food pantry has grown into a place of dignity, stability, and hope for our students and their families. The resources you provided are already being put to work—our student leaders have been sorting items, organizing shelves, and preparing family bags with so much pride. One of my fourth graders said, \"It feels good to know we're helping somebody,\" and that simple statement captures exactly what your gift has made possible. You didn't just stock shelves; you helped build a space where compassion is practiced daily. \r\nThis project has become a meaningful extension of our lessons on empathy, responsibility, and community. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us build a pantry that strengthens our school family in every way.","fullyFundedDate":1774203894070,"projectUrl":"project/building-our-school-food-pantry/10154805/","projectTitle":"Building Our School Food Pantry","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":3130368,"projectId":10163512,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been filled with excitement and bright spring smiles. The treat bag materials you provided have become a joyful part of our celebrations and a meaningful way to recognize students' hard work and kindness. My scholars loved choosing their items and assembling their own bags—one student even said, \"This feels like a little party just for us!\" These moments of joy matter deeply, especially for children who don't always get to experience small celebrations at home.\r\nAs we move into our next unit, these treat bags will continue to be used as incentives for teamwork, academic growth, and positive behavior. They've already become a beloved part of our classroom culture, and your kindness made that possible. Thank you for believing in my students and helping us create moments of joy that they will remember long after the school year ends.","fullyFundedDate":1774120686413,"projectUrl":"project/spring-smiles-creative-treat-bags-for-s/10163512/","projectTitle":"Spring Smiles: Creative Treat Bags for Student Celebrations","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":3130368,"projectId":10125899,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our fourth graders celebrated 3/14 with a hands-on math experience that brought learning to life. The pie supplies you provided turned our classroom into a joyful \"math café,\" where students practiced fractions in a way they could see, touch, and taste. Instead of working only on paper, they used real pies to model equivalent fractions, compare fractional parts, and explain their reasoning to one another.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching a group of students huddle around a pie, debating whether two sixths or one third was the larger portion. When they cut the slices themselves and saw the pieces line up perfectly, the whole table erupted with, \"Ohhh! They're the same!\" That spark of understanding—rooted in something they could hold in their hands—was exactly what I hoped this project would make possible.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the pies and supplies laid out, their faces lit up. Many said they had never celebrated Pi Day before, and several shared that this was the first time they had ever been part of a math celebration that felt special. Your gift made them feel seen, capable, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThis experience has set us up beautifully for our next steps in math. We are moving into more complex fraction comparisons and mixed numbers, and students now have a strong, memorable foundation to build on. They continue to reference \"our Pi Day slices\" when explaining their thinking, which shows just how deeply this experience resonated.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing that joyful learning matters. Your support didn't just fund a project—it created a moment of pride, confidence, and connection for every child in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1772725896630,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-slices-of-learning-celebrating-3/10125899/","projectTitle":"Sweet Slices of Learning: Celebrating 3/14 Pie Day!","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":9668633,"projectId":9970970,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students now have consistent access to hygiene essentials that help them feel confident, cared for, and ready to learn. These resources are already being used daily in our school-based pantry, where students can discreetly choose the items they need—everything from deodorant and soap to toothbrushes and lotion. One moment that stands out happened last week when a student quietly asked if we had \"the good-smelling soap again.\" When I showed them the newly stocked shelves, their whole face lit up. They said, \"Now I won't have to worry about people talking about me.\" That relief is the dignity your gift provides.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the refreshed hygiene shelves, they were amazed by the variety and the quality. Several of them ran their hands across the neatly organized bins and said, \"This looks like a real store!\" That sense of normalcy and choice matters deeply for children who often carry adult-sized worries. Your support helped us create a space where they feel respected and empowered.\r\n\r\nThese materials are also helping us expand our student-led pantry program. Our student helpers are learning how to inventory supplies, restock items, and prepare \"dignity bags\" for classmates who request them. Their next step is creating a simple system for tracking which items are most needed so we can plan future restocks more effectively. Your contribution didn't just fill shelves—it strengthened leadership, compassion, and community within our school.","fullyFundedDate":1770056586557,"projectUrl":"project/dignity-in-every-bag/9970970/","projectTitle":"Dignity in Every Bag","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Otey-Jethro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9668633_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x0,y480&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724762113672","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9668633"},{"teacherId":9668633,"projectId":9969202,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students have transformed a simple idea into a vibrant, student‑run Coffee Café that directly supports our school food pantry. The new supplies immediately sparked excitement—students crowded around the boxes, eager to unpack everything and imagine what we could build together. Within minutes, they were planning drink menus, assigning roles, and practicing customer service skills with a level of pride that was beautiful to witness.\r\n\r\nThe Coffee Café has already become a hands-on learning hub. Students are using the materials to explore real‑world math, teamwork, and entrepreneurship. One of my favorite moments happened during our first \"soft opening,\" when a group of students worked together to calculate change, track orders, and greet staff members with confidence. They realized—many for the first time—that their work could directly help classmates who rely on our pantry. That connection between effort and impact has been powerful.\r\n\r\nYour support gave our students a chance to lead something meaningful. Their next steps include refining their menu, designing promotional materials, and creating a weekly operating schedule so the café can consistently raise funds for pantry needs. They are learning that their ideas matter, their work matters, and their contributions strengthen our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1766761511375,"projectUrl":"project/students-coffee-cafe-to-benefit-our-foo/9969202/","projectTitle":"Students' Coffee Cafe to Benefit Our Food Pantry","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Otey-Jethro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9668633_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x0,y480&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724762113672","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9668633"},{"teacherId":3157774,"projectId":9890375,"letterContent":"Your generosity has empowered my students to take real ownership of our school pantry and to serve our community with pride and purpose. The new boxes and organizational supplies have transformed our pantry days into meaningful, student‑led service opportunities. One of the most memorable moments came when students worked together to assemble and label the new boxes for the first time. They checked expiration dates, sorted items carefully, and reminded each other that every box represented a family who would feel supported because of their work. \r\nTo see your donation in action, follow us at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587392932425","fullyFundedDate":1772550323367,"projectUrl":"project/helping-hands-stocking-our-school-pantr/9890375/","projectTitle":"Helping Hands: Stocking Our School Pantry","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":10041085,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Diamond & Pearl Girls have been able to step into their weekly sessions with a renewed sense of confidence, pride, and belonging. The resources you provided have transformed our meetings into intentional spaces where young girls can explore leadership, self‑worth, and sisterhood in ways that feel joyful and empowering. One of the most meaningful moments came during our first \"confidence circle,\" when the girls used the new materials to create affirmation cards for one another. Watching them write uplifting messages—and then beam as they received their own—was a powerful reminder of how deeply your support matters.","fullyFundedDate":1772492113272,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-confidence-sisterhood-for-our/10041085/","projectTitle":"Fueling Confidence & Sisterhood for Our Diamond & Pearl Girls","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":9930004,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students were able to celebrate Chinese New Year in a way that brought culture, community, and curiosity to life in our classroom. The cooking materials you provided allowed us to prepare traditional foods together, transforming our room into a space filled with new aromas, bright colors, and excited voices. One of my favorite moments was watching students try dumplings for the very first time—some were nervous, some were bold, but every single child was eager to learn and taste. \r\n\r\nYour support helped my students make meaningful connections between food, culture, and storytelling. As we cooked, we talked about traditions, family celebrations, and the symbolism behind each dish. Students asked thoughtful questions, compared the holiday to their own cultural celebrations, and proudly shared what they learned with classmates. Their reactions were priceless—wide eyes, big smiles, and so many \"Can we do this again?\" comments.\r\n\r\nThis project has opened the door for deeper cultural exploration in our classroom. We are now working on a follow‑up activity where students create mini‑books about Chinese New Year traditions, including the foods they prepared. They're using what they learned to write, illustrate, and teach others—extending the impact of your gift far beyond one celebration.","fullyFundedDate":1771196778158,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-chinese-new-year-through-cul/9930004/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Chinese New Year Through Cultural Cooking","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bush-Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3157774"},{"teacherId":3728832,"projectId":10115563,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our school pantry now has a safer, more welcoming path for the families who rely on us each week. The bright, sturdy traffic cones you provided are already making a meaningful difference. My students and I use them to create a clear, protected walkway from the parking lot to our pantry doors, especially during our busiest pickup times. This simple addition has transformed the flow of families—parents no longer have to navigate cars and foot traffic at the same time, and students helping with distribution feel more confident guiding visitors.\r\nThese materials are now part of our weekly pantry routine. Students in our service clubs take turns setting up the safety path, monitoring the flow of families, and adjusting the layout based on weather or traffic.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just provide equipment—it strengthened a system of care that our students are proud to lead. Thank you for helping us create a safer, more dignified experience for every family we serve. 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