{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jerry Junkins Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6182410,"projectId":9711878,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible impact of your generosity toward our \"Pawsitive Empathy\" project. Thanks to you, our classroom was filled with blankets, food, and toys destined for our local county shelter—but the true gift you gave my students was a lesson in compassion they will never forget. Students practiced the art of \"active empathy,\" realizing that they have the power to provide comfort to those who cannot speak for themselves.Seeing the physical blankets and food they were able to provide taught them that compassion isn't just a feeling but it's something we do.\r\n\r\nBetween our beautiful reading tree area and this mission of service, our classroom has become a true sanctuary. My students are learning that education isn't just about tests; it's about becoming kind, empathetic citizens who look out for the world around them.","fullyFundedDate":1761059222288,"projectUrl":"project/pawsitive-empathy-honoring-our-class-th/9711878/","projectTitle":"Pawsitive Empathy: Honoring Our Class Therapy Dog, Fionna, Building Compassion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chapa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6182410_orig.jpg?crop=1065,1065,x0,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578111282087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6182410"},{"teacherId":6182410,"projectId":9474512,"letterContent":"I wish you could have seen the look on my 5th graders' faces when they walked into class and saw the new Lakeshore Tree Trunk sitting mats added to our reading tree. Their eyes lit up with pure amazement!\r\n\r\nOur \"classroom tree\" has turned into a favourite spot and these foam mats have completely transformed it. The students are absolutely loving them; they finally have a comfortable, designated \"quiet space\" where they can curl up and get lost in a book.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our classroom has become a truly nurturing environment where students are thriving. The impact of this setting cannot be overstated:\r\n\r\nThe mats provide a soft, defined area that helps students feel grounded and focused.\r\nBy making our reading nook beautiful and cozy, the students are more eager than ever to dive into their independent reading time.\r\n\r\nAnd an added bonus : emotional well-being: Having a \"peaceful place\" to retreat to during the school day is showing to support their emotional growth and comfort.\r\n\r\nThis beautiful classroom environment simply would not have been possible without your help. You haven't just donated sitting mats; you've donated a sense of belonging and a love for reading.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart—and from forty-some very happy 5th graders—thank you for believing in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757514622107,"projectUrl":"project/our-poetree-blooms-decorating-a-space-f/9474512/","projectTitle":"Our Poetree Blooms: Decorating a Space for Peace & Poetry","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chapa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6182410_orig.jpg?crop=1065,1065,x0,y49&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578111282087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6182410"},{"teacherId":10239944,"projectId":9680319,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my sincere gratitude for your generous support in funding the new student seating for our classroom. Your contribution has made an immediate and meaningful difference in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe new seating has provided students with a more comfortable, flexible, and engaging space in which to learn. Already, I have seen students showing greater focus, collaboration, and enthusiasm. Your generosity has helped create a classroom that better meets their needs and supports their success each day.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their experience. We are deeply appreciative of your kindness and commitment to education.","fullyFundedDate":1757514620354,"projectUrl":"project/chairs-for-small-group-success/9680319/","projectTitle":"Chairs for Small Group Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Crain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10239944_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757726184511","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mscraintx"},{"teacherId":8501536,"projectId":9707614,"letterContent":"I have never been more excited about anything for my classroom than this rug! My students and I have been counting down the days until it arrives. I showed them pictures of it, and they've been talking about it nonstop — they already know exactly where it's going to go!\r\n\r\nYou should've seen the giddy look on their faces when I told them I thought I saw the Amazon delivery man bringing in our new classroom rug. The excitement in the room was contagious! To show their gratitude, the students wrote thank-you cards — some drew pictures of themselves sitting on the rug, others sketched the flowers, and one even wrote, \"I love you, thank you!\"\r\n\r\nThis rug will pull our classroom together into a warm, inviting space where my students can gather for lessons, stories, and community time. We can't wait for it to arrive and make our classroom feel even more like home — all thanks to your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1762266434220,"projectUrl":"project/a-special-spot-for-students-to-learn/9707614/","projectTitle":"A Special Spot for Students to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Albertinie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8501536_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655480357792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8501536"},{"teacherId":8501536,"projectId":9397035,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, my students have enjoyed new snacks, Play-Doh, and SEL toys that brought so much joy and comfort to our classroom. The snacks made them so happy—especially when they got to try different kinds and share their favorites with friends. During indoor recess, the Play-Doh and SEL toys have been a wonderful way for students to relax, be creative, and practice kindness and cooperation while they play together.\r\n\r\nYour gift truly helped create a more positive, caring, and fun learning environment. Thank you for giving my students moments of joy and connection that make our classroom feel like a family.","fullyFundedDate":1757514620247,"projectUrl":"project/feelings-focus-and-fun-building-a-bet/9397035/","projectTitle":"Feelings, Focus, and Fun: Building a Better Classroom Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Albertinie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8501536_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655480357792","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8501536"},{"teacherId":10259841,"projectId":9712450,"letterContent":"We are thrilled to share that the new STEM [equipment/kits/supplies] funded by your generous support have been delivered!\r\n\r\nSeeing these items arrive has brought so much excitement to my students. Your contributions have a direct and immediate impact, providing my [students] with the resources they need to explore, innovate, and build essential skills. We are deeply grateful for your partnership.\r\n\r\nMy students have already started exploring and developing new STEM skills thanks to you. \r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our mission and for your vital support.","fullyFundedDate":1758565850214,"projectUrl":"project/coding-creativity-hands-on-stem-activ/9712450/","projectTitle":"Coding & Creativity Hands-On STEM Activites for Our Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10259841_orig.jpg?crop=1283,1284,x0,y106&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757767773263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10259841"},{"teacherId":9904457,"projectId":9074978,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in my first graders and our classroom. Your generosity has transformed our learning environment, providing math games, manipulatives, and visual aids that empower my students to explore numbers with confidence and joy.\r\n\r\nIn our Title I school, many of my students face challenges outside the classroom. Your support sends a powerful message: You matter. Your education matters. Every time a student builds with number blocks or solves a math challenge, they feel seen, valued, and motivated to succeed.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is more than a donation; it's an investment in their futures. You've helped create a space where learning is joyful, inclusive, and full of possibility.","fullyFundedDate":1738804299974,"projectUrl":"project/spark-a-love-for-numbers-in-19-first-gra/9074978/","projectTitle":"Spark a Love for Numbers in 19 First Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ukattah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9904457_orig.jpg?crop=1416,1416,x172,y249&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737497986840","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9904457"},{"teacherId":9904457,"projectId":9074952,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in my first graders and our classroom. Your generosity has transformed our learning environment, providing books, writing tools, and incentives that empower my students to read today and lead tomorrow.\r\n\r\nIn our Title I school, many of my students face challenges outside the classroom. Your support sends a powerful message: You matter. Your education matters. Every time a student picks up a new book or proudly shares a story they've created, they feel seen, valued, and motivated to succeed.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is more than a donation; it's an investment in their futures. You've helped create a space where learning is joyful, inclusive, and full of possibility.","fullyFundedDate":1746592475887,"projectUrl":"project/readers-today-leaders-tomorrow/9074952/","projectTitle":"Readers Today, Leaders Tomorrow.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ukattah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9904457_orig.jpg?crop=1416,1416,x172,y249&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737497986840","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9904457"},{"teacherId":9904457,"projectId":9074710,"letterContent":"Thank you from the depths of my heart for believing in my third graders and our classroom. Your generosity has transformed our learning environment, providing flexible seating and essential tools that empower my students to focus, engage, and thrive.\r\n\r\nIn our Title I school, many of my students face challenges outside the classroom. Your support sends a powerful message: You matter. Your education matters. Every time a student chooses a comfortable seat or accesses new materials, they feel seen, valued, and motivated to succeed.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is more than a donation; it's an investment in their futures. You've helped create a space where learning is joyful, inclusive, and full of possibility. Thank you so much again.","fullyFundedDate":1746787207282,"projectUrl":"project/support-the-classroom-family/9074710/","projectTitle":"Support the Classroom Family","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ukattah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9904457_orig.jpg?crop=1416,1416,x172,y249&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737497986840","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9904457"},{"teacherId":8439380,"projectId":9223187,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contribution. With the recent book donations, our classroom has been buzzing with excitement! Students have been devouring the new stories, with many finding books that perfectly match their unique interests. One student, who's been hesitant to read independently, found a graphic novel about a superhero and now can't put it down. Another student, who loves to learn about animals, was thrilled to find a series on marine life and has been sharing fascinating facts with the class. These new books haven't just added to our collection; they've ignited a passion for reading that's truly contagious.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe donated books have transformed our classroom into a vibrant literary community. Students have been sharing their favorite new finds with one another, recommending titles and discussing the characters and plots. The diverse range of books, from bilingual stories to non-fiction titles, has been a huge hit, allowing students to explore different cultures and topics. It's been incredible to see them build connections with books and with each other. The enthusiasm and joy on their faces as they discover new adventures within the pages of these books is a testament to the powerful impact of these generous donations.","fullyFundedDate":1744142801007,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-multicultural-literacy-to-our-c/9223187/","projectTitle":"Bringing Multicultural Literacy to Our Classroom and School","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cantu Leal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8439380_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651439936631","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8439380"},{"teacherId":4389055,"projectId":8950835,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of my classroom. The board games you donated have brought so much joy and engagement to my students. They've not only enjoyed learning how to play each game, but have also gained valuable skills in teamwork, communication, and social interaction with their peers.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for the opportunities you've helped create for my students in special education. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on their learning experience and daily enjoyment.","fullyFundedDate":1732035480249,"projectUrl":"project/board-games-for-social-skills-building-w/8950835/","projectTitle":"Board Games for Social Skills Building with Peers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Swist","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4389055_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y62&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1554325659784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4389055"},{"teacherId":5576077,"projectId":7726390,"letterContent":"Receiving funding through DonorsChoose has made a meaningful and immediate impact on my students. I've already seen a noticeable increase in engagement, confidence, and curiosity. Students who were previously hesitant to participate are now diving into activities with enthusiasm. The tools have supported differentiated learning, allowing me to meet students at their individual levels and needs more effectively. Most importantly, they feel seen and valued, knowing that people outside our classroom believe in their potential.\r\n\r\nThis generosity didn't just provide materials—it sent a powerful message that education matters and that our classroom community is worth investing in. For that, we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1703289867708,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-double-the-fun/7726390/","projectTitle":"New Year, Double the Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCormick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5576077_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693022957948","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5576077"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_27474","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":577,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":27,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":60,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.3,"schoolId":27474,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Jerry Junkins Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Jerry Junkins Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/dallas-independent-school-district/jerry-junkins-elementary-school/27474"}