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Mrs. Ballard-Stewart's Classroom

  • Callaway High School
  • Jackson, MS
  • HBCU Alum
  • Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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  • Lights, Camara, Science! Dive into the Body!

    Funded Dec 4, 2024

    We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous contributions to our classroom. Thanks to your support, our students will have access to a variety of snacks and essential supplies that are making a significant difference in their learning experience. We will use these resources to prepare for the ACT and state tests. The snacks will help to keep the students energized and focused, while the supplies will enhance our review sessions. Our next steps involve using these tools to dive deeper into complex science topics through interactive projects and group activities. Your generosity has truly transformed our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your continued support in helping our students succeed.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ballard-Stewart

    This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and 2 other donors.
  • Enhancing Human Anatomy Education with Live Specimens!

    Funded Feb 7, 2025

    I want to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous donation. Your support will make a significant impact on our educational experience.

    Thanks to your contribution, we will be able to acquire essential resources and materials that enhance our understanding of human anatomy. These tools will not only enrich our learning but also inspire us to pursue our studies with greater enthusiasm and dedication.

    Your generosity is a testament to the importance of education and the value of investing in the future of our students. We are incredibly fortunate to have supporters like you who believe in our mission and help us achieve our goals.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ballard-Stewart

  • Creating a Safe Haven: Mental Health Corner

    Funded Aug 12, 2024

    I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation to create a mental health corner in my classroom at Callaway High School in Jackson, MS. Your support has provided us with LED lights, a projector, snacks, motivational mental health blocks, string lights, and colorful stools, all of which have made a significant impact on our students' well-being and learning experience.

    At Callaway High School, we strive to create an environment where our students feel supported and empowered to achieve their best. The mental health corner you helped fund is a vital part of this mission, offering a safe and calming space for students to relax, reflect, and recharge.

    The technology you provided is helping our students learn in several ways. The LED lights and projector create an engaging and dynamic learning environment, making lessons more interactive and visually stimulating. This has been particularly beneficial for visual learners who thrive on seeing concepts come to life. It also creates a calm relaxing environment for students to learn.

    The new products have been incredibly exciting for our students. They are especially thrilled with the projector, which allows us to display educational videos, interactive lessons, and calming visuals during mindfulness sessions. The motivational blocks and stools have also been a hit, providing comfortable seating and inspiring messages that encourage positive thinking and resilience.

    There are a few students who have particularly warmed to this new technology. One student, in particular, has found the projector to be a game-changer for his learning. He often struggles with traditional reading materials but has shown remarkable improvement in comprehension and engagement when lessons are presented visually. Another student has found the mental health corner to be a sanctuary where she can take a break and refocus, which has significantly improved her overall classroom participation and performance.

    Your support has truly made a difference, and I appreciate each and every donor who has contributed to our classroom. Thank you for being a part of our village and for helping us provide a rich and engaging learning experience for our students.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ballard-Stewart

  • Let's Get It Started

    Funded Aug 2, 2024

    I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation to my classroom at Callaway High School in Jackson, MS. Your support means the world to us and has made a significant impact on our students' learning experience.

    At Callaway High School, our motto is "The Only Way," and we, the Callaway Chargers educators, strive to instill in our students the belief that they can achieve anything if they put their minds to it. Your contribution has been instrumental in helping us create an environment where this belief can flourish.

    Before the school year began, I initiated a project to ensure we had adequate supplies and materials for our students. Thanks to your generosity, we started the school year with actual models of the brain and heart that our scholars could hold and observe. This hands-on experience has been invaluable, allowing students to make real-world connections and see each aspect of these organs in detail, rather than just reading about them.

    When my students first saw the materials, they were ecstatic. They felt that they were learning with a purpose. The cleaning supplies and snacks you provided have made our classroom clean, warm, and inviting. Currently, we are studying the integumentary system (the skin, hair, nails, and glands). Our scholars are engaged in a project where they research various diseases and disorders affecting this system and create Google Slides presentations to teach their peers about these conditions. They are excited to become "doctors for the day."

    Your support has truly made a difference, and I appreciate each and every donor who has contributed to our classroom. Thank you for being a part of our village and for helping us provide a rich and engaging learning experience for our students.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ballard-Stewart

    This classroom project was brought to life by Michael Jordan and The Jordan Brand and one other donor.

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