{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8517832,"projectId":9478301,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our Gifted and Talented program at our Title I school. Your support has brought so much excitement, joy, and curiosity into our classroom, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Our students have been eagerly exploring all the new STEM materials in our Maker-space. The moment they saw the boxes arrive, they kept asking, \"Is this for us?\" Their faces lit up with amazement, gratitude, and pride. These supplies have given them the chance to create, build, imagine, and problem-solve in ways that were not previously possible.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n We've already put the resources to great use! During fall break, students worked together to design and build a replica of Texas' own Big Tex from the State Fair. For Halloween, they engineered \"Bone Bridges,\" applying STEM principles in a creative and spooky way. This month, we are diving into Thanksgiving-themed challenges, including our \"Turkey Troubles\" project where students are using the materials to create their very own Turkey Transporters. These hands-on activities have allowed them to collaborate, think critically, and bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Your generosity has made a meaningful impact on our classroom and has shown our students that there are people in the world who believe in them and want to support their learning. We are extremely grateful that you chose to invest in their growth and help make their educational experiences truly beautiful.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Thank you again for helping us build a space where creativity and curiosity thrive. We appreciate you more than words can express!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nMrs. Mayes-Buchanan 😊","fullyFundedDate":1755824957170,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-and-bright/9478301/","projectTitle":"Hands-on and Bright!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mayes-(Buchanan)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8517832_orig.jpg?crop=441,441,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657325064465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jmayesbuchanan"},{"teacherId":6147063,"projectId":9471771,"letterContent":"I want to extend a heartfelt thank-you for your generous support of our classroom project. Your contribution has brought so much excitement and possibility into our learning space!\r\n\r\nThe moment I introduced the new resources, my students' faces lit up with curiosity and joy. They immediately began exploring and asking, \"Can we use this for our project?\" One of the most memorable moments was during our read aloud of the book \"Be a maker\" The students were able to get more ideas for building and creating. \r\n\r\nYour donation hasn't just supplied tools—it has sparked inspiration and opened doors to deeper learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for making this experience possible. Your kindness is making a lasting impact in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1753034552686,"projectUrl":"project/readers-and-creators/9471771/","projectTitle":"Readers and Creators!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6147063_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727897310126","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6147063"},{"teacherId":6147063,"projectId":9461734,"letterContent":"I hope you're doing well. I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our classroom. Thanks to your donation, my students and I have been able to dive into exciting new learning experiences with our new resources!\r\n\r\nFrom the moment I open the materials, the room was filled with wide eyes and excited chatter. One of my favorite moments was watching a group of students eagerly gather around the the new set of legos, immediately brainstorming how they could use it for our structure theme of the year.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just supply materials—it opened doors for creativity, confidence, and deeper learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students. Your support is making a lasting impact, and I can't wait to share more of our journey with you!","fullyFundedDate":1752709654070,"projectUrl":"project/boom-new-opportunities-for-my-readers-a/9461734/","projectTitle":"Boom! New Opportunities for My Readers and Creators!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6147063_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727897310126","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6147063"},{"teacherId":9414348,"projectId":9046682,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom has become a more interactive and efficient learning space. Adding dry-erase markers, Ticonderoga pencils, whiteboards, and whiteboard erasers has had an immediate and meaningful impact on teaching and learning. \r\n Students now have whiteboards, allowing them to participate in lessons actively, show their thinking in real time, and confidently engage in peer collaboration. The dry erase markers and erasers are used daily for math practice, quick reviews, and small group instruction, giving students a safe space to make mistakes and learn from them. The Ticonderoga pencils, known for their quality and durability, ensure that our ability to write and take notes remains consistent and frustration-free. The cleaning wipes help us keep our materials in excellent condition, teaching students responsibility and care for shared resources. \r\n Your support has not only provided essential tools but also encouraged student engagement, boosted confidence, and fostered a classroom culture of collaboration and ownership. Thank you for making such a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1738779877250,"projectUrl":"project/restocking-the-essentials-tools-for-lea/9046682/","projectTitle":"Restocking the Essentials: Tools for Learning Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Riley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9414348"},{"teacherId":5476467,"projectId":8698129,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation which helped get my students math manipulatives. We have been able to use them during our math lessons and math stations as well. Students have been excited to practice their addition and subtraction problems using the fly swatter game. \r\n\r\nAs soon as our project was funded, they were excited and would wait for boxes to be delivered to our room. As soon as they were delivered we had to open them and they were so happy to see all our new materials. \r\n\r\nI am beyond amazed with how quick our project was founded and the impact it has made in my classroom as I have been able to work with students who are not on grade level using our cubes and challenging others. \r\n\r\nThank you for the difference you are making in classrooms!","fullyFundedDate":1734643001572,"projectUrl":"project/mastering-math-using-manipulatives-and-g/8698129/","projectTitle":"Mastering Math using Manipulatives and Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Beltran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5476467_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530336992562","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5476467"},{"teacherId":6147063,"projectId":8768466,"letterContent":"We want to sincerely thank you for your generous donations. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to a variety of resources and materials that are enhancing their learning every day.\r\n\r\nI truly want you to know the incredible impact your donation has made in my students' lives. It brings me so much joy to see their faces light up when they walk into class and see the materials they need ready and waiting for them.\r\n\r\nThey get so excited knowing they have what they need to learn, explore, and have an awesome day in class. Your generosity has not only provided supplies—it has sparked motivation, confidence, and joy in their learning.\r\n\r\nYou've truly made a meaningful difference in their lives by helping provide what they need to succeed in school. Your support is not only appreciated—it's deeply impactful.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us, thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1730309219790,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-develop-their-curiosity-and-crea/8768466/","projectTitle":"Help Me Develop Their Curiosity and Creativity!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6147063_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727897310126","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6147063"},{"teacherId":4408875,"projectId":8828137,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your support in creating a comfortable reading area for our students. The impact of this dedicated space has been profound and multifaceted, enhancing not only their reading habits but also their overall academic performance.\r\n One of the most significant benefits of having this comfortable reading area is that it has fostered an environment conducive to focus and engagement. Students have a designated space that is free from distractions—such as noise, clutter, and electronic devices. They become immersed in their reading. The inviting nature of a cozy reading nook has encouraged students to spend more time with books. \r\n Additionally, their comfortable reading area has served as a social hub where students have shared their thoughts about books with peers. This collaborative aspect has encouraged discussions around literature, allowing students to articulate their ideas and opinions while gaining insights from others. These interactions have promoted a sense of community within the classroom.\r\n Thank you once again for your unwavering support in making this initiative possible.","fullyFundedDate":1739125719669,"projectUrl":"project/relax-and-read-help-us-make-our-reading/8828137/","projectTitle":"Relax and Read: Help Us Make Our Reading More Comfortable!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cruz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4408875_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728587132288","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dennylliam"},{"teacherId":5380552,"projectId":5192969,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and the entire physical education department, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our recent fundraiser for new gym equipment. Thanks to your support, we were able to purchase essential items such as stacking buckets, hula hoops, and poly spots, which play a vital role in the daily activities and unit sports we offer, including flag football, soccer, and basketball.\r\n\r\nThis equipment is already making a tremendous difference in our program. The new stacking buckets are being used to build teamwork and coordination skills, the hula hoops add a fun and dynamic element to our fitness routines, and the poly spots help create safe and organized spaces for skill development drills. These tools not only enhance the learning experience but also help foster a love for physical activity in our students, setting them up for a lifetime of healthy habits. Your contribution is directly impacting their growth, confidence, and overall well-being.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students and their physical education. Your generosity reminds us of the wonderful community we have supporting our school. Thank you for being a part of this journey and helping us create an environment where every student can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1600873158356,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-success/5192969/","projectTitle":"Small Group Success","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5380552_orig.jpg?crop=1252,1252,x151,y259&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723056198018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5380552"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_108536","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":856,"numTeachers":58,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":91,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.6,"schoolId":108536,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/mesquite-independent-school-district/henrie-elementary/108536"}