{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Winchester Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":63.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3728832,"projectId":10026221,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our student‑led pantry is running with more dignity, organization, and joy than ever before. The sturdy boxes you provided have already become an essential part of our weekly routine. My students use them to sort, pack, and prepare food for families with care and pride. One of my favorite moments came during our first packing day with the new boxes—students immediately noticed how strong and spacious they were, and several said, \"These make it feel real... like we're running a real pantry!\" That sense of ownership and purpose is exactly what I hoped this project would spark.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just give us materials; it strengthened our mission. With these boxes, students can work more efficiently, pack more safely, and focus on the heart of the work—serving classmates with compassion. They've already begun planning themed \"kindness packs\" and brainstorming ways to make each delivery feel personal and encouraging. These next steps are helping them grow as leaders, problem‑solvers, and community builders.\r\n\r\nIf you'd like to see more of the impact you helped create, we share photos and updates on our Facebook page, Bronco Kare Korral. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping them turn empathy into action.","fullyFundedDate":1768767243602,"projectUrl":"project/boxed-with-care/10026221/","projectTitle":"Boxed With Care","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Herrington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3728832"},{"teacherId":9668633,"projectId":9936090,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are stepping into winter feeling warm, clean, and confident. The new resources have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom. We've been using the hygiene items and winter essentials during our morning routines, helping students start their day feeling refreshed, cared for, and ready to learn. One moment that stood out was watching a student quietly slip on a new pair of gloves before heading outside and whisper, \"My hands don't hurt anymore.\" That small moment carried so much dignity.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were priceless. Many of them ran their hands over the soft hats and gloves, smiling and choosing colors that felt like \"them.\" Others were excited to have their own hygiene items—something that seems simple, but for many of my students, it's a source of comfort and pride. The room buzzed with gratitude and relief.\r\n\r\nYour support gave my students monre than supplies; it gave them confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1764708859246,"projectUrl":"project/warm-clean-and-confident-helping-my-s/9936090/","projectTitle":"Warm, Clean, and Confident: Helping My Students Thrive This Winter","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":9754712,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a calmer, more focused place where students can truly concentrate on their learning. The new technology you provided is helping my students block out distractions and stay engaged during independent work, small‑group lessons, and assessments. Many of our donors use technology at home, but in the classroom, these tools serve a different purpose: they help students regulate their environment so their minds can stay on the task in front of them. \r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been discovering how much more confident and successful they feel when they can finally hear themselves think. Several students immediately commented that it was \"so much easier to focus now,\" and they've taken real ownership of using the tools responsibly. One student who often struggled to stay on task now reaches for the technology independently and proudly tells me, \"I can finish my work faster with this.\" Another student who is sensitive to noise has shown a noticeable increase in participation because they no longer feel overwhelmed by the classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1764708855545,"projectUrl":"project/out-with-distractions-in-with-concentra/9754712/","projectTitle":"Out With Distractions, in With Concentration!","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":9888494,"letterContent":"Our new rolling carts have already transformed the way my students organize, lead, and serve in our classroom. As soon as the carts arrived, students immediately began planning how to use them to support our daily routines and our community‑care projects. One of the most memorable moments was watching a group of students proudly load the carts with supplies for our pantry outreach—they kept saying, \"This makes everything so much easier!\" Their excitement was contagious.\r\n\r\nStudents now use the carts to transport materials for small‑group lessons, deliver hygiene kits, and organize classroom resources with independence and pride. The mobility of the carts has empowered them to take ownership of tasks that used to require adult help. They love being able to roll supplies from one space to another, and several students have stepped into new leadership roles because the tools make the work accessible and manageable.","fullyFundedDate":1765921025242,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-with-purpose/9888494/","projectTitle":"Rolling with Purpose","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bush-Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3157774"},{"teacherId":9668633,"projectId":9958437,"letterContent":"Our students have been putting the new pantry resources to work in the most meaningful way. As soon as the materials arrived, they immediately began planning how to organize and distribute food bags for classmates whose families are facing a difficult season. One moment that stood out was watching a group of students carefully sort items and say, \"We want every bag to feel like someone cares.\" Their pride in serving others was unmistakable.\r\n\r\nThe new supplies have allowed students to work more efficiently and with greater dignity. They've created a system for sorting donations, tracking what goes in each bag, and making sure every family receives a balanced selection of items. These resources have transformed our pantry into a space where students feel empowered to lead and to support their community with compassion.","fullyFundedDate":1766531920013,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-families-through-a-season-of/9958437/","projectTitle":"Supporting Families Through a Season of Scarcity","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":3130368,"projectId":9920861,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom mornings have transformed into something truly special. The breakfast items and serving materials you provided have become the heartbeat of a new routine that empowers students to lead, collaborate, and care for one another in meaningful ways. \r\nOne moment that captured the spirit of this project happened during our first full breakfast rotation. A student who rarely volunteers to lead stepped forward, confidently arranging the serving station and announcing, \"I've got this today.\" Watching classmates cheer him on reminded me how deeply these routines build pride and belonging.","fullyFundedDate":1764165740547,"projectUrl":"project/confidence-at-the-breakfast-table/9920861/","projectTitle":"Confidence at the Breakfast Table","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":9958405,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Boxed With Care project. Your generosity made an immediate difference in our school pantry. The new, sturdy boxes have transformed the way my students prepare food support for families. Before this project, we often struggled with worn‑out or flimsy boxes that made packing difficult. Now, my students can focus on the purpose of their work rather than the limitations of their supplies.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments happened the first day the boxes arrived. My students crowded around the stack like it was a treasure chest. They were excited to test them out, and once they realized how strong and reliable they were, they jumped right into packing with a new sense of confidence. Several students said it felt like \"real teamwork\" because the boxes made the process smoother and more organized.\r\n\r\nThese materials have helped my students take ownership of our pantry work. They've learned how to assemble, label, and pack boxes efficiently, and they take pride in knowing their efforts directly support classmates and families in need. Our next steps include expanding our weekend bag program and teaching students how to track inventory and plan ahead for high‑need weeks. With your support, they're not just packing food—they're learning leadership, compassion, and responsibility.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping them serve their community with dignity and care.","fullyFundedDate":1766889861084,"projectUrl":"project/boxed-with-care/9958405/","projectTitle":"Boxed With Care","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Herrington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3728832"},{"teacherId":9668633,"projectId":9890424,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students have transformed a simple idea—helping families feel supported—into a hands-on, student-led operation that radiates care throughout our school. The new resources you provided became the backbone of our \"Boxed with Care\" initiative, allowing students to assemble sturdy, dignified food boxes filled with items families can rely on during uncertain times.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful moments came during our first packing day. As students unpacked the materials, the room buzzed with excitement. They immediately began sorting items, checking expiration dates, and debating the most thoughtful combinations for each box. Several students paused to say things like, \"This is going to help somebody's whole weekend,\" or \"I want this box to feel special.\" Their pride was unmistakable.\r\n\r\nThese supplies didn't just stock shelves—they created a real-world learning lab for empathy, organization, and leadership. Students now rotate through roles such as inventory manager, quality checker, and \"care note\" writer, adding handwritten messages of encouragement to each box. They've taken ownership of the entire process, and it shows in the way they collaborate and problem-solve.\r\n\r\nYour support also opened the door for our next steps. Students are now working on a mini–data project, tracking which items families request most often and using that information to plan future packing sessions. They're also brainstorming ways to expand the program—possibly adding hygiene kits or \"weekend boost\" boxes for younger students.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our kids aren't just learning about compassion—they're practicing it, leading it, and seeing the impact of their actions in real time. You've helped them understand that they have the power to make someone's day a little brighter, and that lesson will stay with them far beyond our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in their kindness and their leadership. You've helped them build something truly meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1764095663678,"projectUrl":"project/boxed-with-care-student-led-food-suppor/9890424/","projectTitle":"Boxed with Care: Student-Led Food Support for Our School Community","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":9925945,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has a steady supply of snacks that support both learning and emotional well‑being. These resources have made an immediate difference for students who come to school hungry, distracted, or worried about not having enough food at home. Having snacks available has helped students stay focused, feel cared for, and approach their work with more confidence.\r\n\r\nThe day the snacks arrived, my students' faces lit up. Several of them asked, \"Are these really for us?\" and others immediately began offering to help organize the bins. One student who often hesitates to participate told me, \"Now I won't have to worry about being hungry during math.\" Moments like that remind me how deeply these small acts of care matter.","fullyFundedDate":1764165743222,"projectUrl":"project/confidence-and-care-through-classroom-sn/9925945/","projectTitle":"Confidence and Care Through Classroom Snacks","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":9890607,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Emergency Pantry Support project has become a lifeline for students and families facing unpredictable challenges. The resources you provided are already being used to ensure that no child at our school has to worry about having enough to eat. This project has brought stability, dignity, and comfort to students who need it most.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, my students were amazed by the abundance and variety. Several of them immediately began brainstorming how we could organize the items to make sure families could access what they needed quickly. One student said, \"This is going to help so many people,\" and another asked if they could help pack bags right away. Their excitement came not from receiving something for themselves, but from knowing they were part of something that would support their classmates and community.\r\n\r\nWe've already begun using the materials to assemble emergency food bags for students who may be experiencing food insecurity. During one of our first packing sessions, students worked together to sort items, check dates, and create balanced bags that included breakfast, snacks, and easy‑to‑prepare meals. Watching them take ownership of this work—carefully choosing items and writing encouraging notes—was a powerful reminder of how deeply they care for one another.","fullyFundedDate":1763490186195,"projectUrl":"project/emergency-pantry-support-feeding-studen/9890607/","projectTitle":"Emergency Pantry Support: Feeding Students Through Uncertainty","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":9914160,"projectId":9877175,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our student‑led pantry cart has become a powerful symbol of kindness, leadership, and community care at Winchester Elementary. What began as an idea to help families in need has grown into a hands‑on learning experience that empowers students to take action and see themselves as problem‑solvers.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was immediate the day the materials arrived. Students gathered around the boxes, trying to guess what was inside, and when they saw the cart and supplies, they erupted with cheers. One student said, \"We get to run this ourselves?\" Another whispered, \"This is going to help so many people.\" Their pride was unmistakable—they knew this project mattered.\r\n\r\nWe've already begun using the cart during our weekly pantry hours. Students take on roles such as stocking shelves, organizing donations, greeting families, and tracking what items are most needed. During our first \"Kindness in Motion\" shift, a group of students worked together to arrange the cart with care, making sure everything looked welcoming and accessible. Watching them collaborate, problem‑solve, and show genuine compassion for others has been one of the most meaningful moments of our school year.","fullyFundedDate":1763481697266,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-in-motiona-student-led-pantry/9877175/","projectTitle":"Kindness in Motion—A Student-Led Pantry Cart for Our School Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. B. Fuller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9914160"},{"teacherId":9914160,"projectId":9925486,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Potato Bar Celebration became a powerful moment of confidence‑building, community, and joy for my students. What seemed like a simple celebration turned into something much bigger—an opportunity for students to feel proud of their hard work, practice social‑emotional skills, and enjoy a shared experience that made them feel seen and valued.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies arrived, the excitement was instant. Students crowded around the table, pointing out toppings, asking questions, and cheering when they realized everything was for them. One student said, \"We've never had anything like this before!\" Another whispered, \"I feel fancy,\" which made the whole class laugh and smile. That sense of belonging and celebration filled the room.\r\n\r\nWe used the Potato Bar as the culminating activity for our confidence‑building lessons. Students practiced positive self‑talk, reflected on their growth, and shared affirmations with classmates before building their plates. It was beautiful to watch them encourage one another and celebrate not just the food, but the progress they've made as learners and leaders. Thank you for giving my students an experience that nourished both their hearts and their confidence. Your kindness made a real impact.","fullyFundedDate":1764708857994,"projectUrl":"project/building-confidence-with-a-potato-bar-ce/9925486/","projectTitle":"Building Confidence with a Potato Bar Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. B. 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