Monroeton Elementary School in Reidsville, North Carolina on DonorsChoose

{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Monroeton Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":41.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4408379,"projectId":10194641,"letterContent":"I can not begin to tell you how much these materials mean to our classroom. To say our preschool children were excited when they saw the boxes in our classroom in the morning is an understatement. The joy and happiness on their faces is contagious. They all squealed as I showed them pictures of the Step2 All Around Playtime Patio with Canopy Playset. The all sat eagerly as my assistant and I put it together. Handing us pieces when they could and discussing how they were going to play with it. One of the boys saw us putting the grill together and started talking about how they could have a picnic and he could grill the hot dogs.\r\n\r\nThe next item out of the box was the ARLIME Giant 4 in a Row Connect Game. This one went together quickly and the kids were eagerly figuring out teams and coming up with rules and problem solving as we put the last game piece on. \r\n\r\nThe last item to build was the PLATPORTS Double Rocking Seesaw. This toy has turned into a favorite on the playground for them to partner up and seesaw with. These three items have made our outdoor time an adventure and for that we are so grateful for you, our donors. The impact you make is felt everyday.","fullyFundedDate":1776447311255,"projectUrl":"project/outside-oasis/10194641/","projectTitle":"Outside Oasis","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Julie Matejko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4408379_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1554390330465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-julie-matejko"},{"teacherId":6193440,"projectId":10080439,"letterContent":"Today our school had our first ever Exploration Station Career Day. About 250 Pre-K-2nd grade students had the opportunity to rotate through five career themed classrooms. Each classroom was filled with centers that allowed them to explore the careers in a particular theme; for instance, the Food Service room contained two grocery store centers, a pretend-cooking station, and a diner, where the students could engage in pretend play and dress-up. \r\n\r\nThe students were very excited when they walked in each classroom to discover an assortment of career themed toys such as a dog-grooming station, a variety of dental instruments and pretend teeth to work on, and a tool-box full of construction tools. They immediately locked in to pretend mode, fighting fires, treating patients, and teaching imaginary students. \r\n\r\nThe fun will continue next week, each class will have another opportunity to use the materials during their classroom guidance lesson time. Our assistant principal even suggested that we break out the materials at least once per quarter next year. We are so grateful to be able to give this opportunity to our students, so they can imagine themselves in a variety of careers in a developmentally appropriate manner. Thank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1770236630353,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-careers/10080439/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Careers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Triche","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6193440_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550604697441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-triche"},{"teacherId":4408379,"projectId":9732866,"letterContent":"These amazing additions to our preschool classroom have been wonderful. Our children were so excited to open the boxes when they arrived. They have loved playing with the new large community helpers in our block center. They are so big and easy to grasp for our special needs children in the classroom. The larger families made of soft materials have been a great addition as well. The children have been using them with our doll house. The new ice cream treats have been a big hit in our dramatic play center. The farm gears and space nesting toys have made our manipulative table a favorite place for the children to play in. The children love to race to new tot cars as well. Thank you for your generous donation to our class project.","fullyFundedDate":1758741360894,"projectUrl":"project/center-time-learning-fun/9732866/","projectTitle":"Center Time Learning Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Julie Matejko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4408379_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1554390330465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-julie-matejko"},{"teacherId":4408379,"projectId":9733131,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our project. Our preschool students are loving our new tuff tray. The children were so excited when they entered they classroom and saw the huge tray on it's stand in our room. It was filled with fall items to explore. They could not wait to dig into the leaves and pumpkins that were on the tray. We then used the tray to crave our class pumpkin on. We have also used it to sort colored pom poms on with vampire teeth. There are so many different uses for this versatile tray. We can't wait to do science experiments and explore new fun messy things with this tray both inside and outside of our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1758806681531,"projectUrl":"project/tuff-tray-equals-messy-play/9733131/","projectTitle":"Tuff Tray Equals Messy Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Julie Matejko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4408379_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1554390330465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-julie-matejko"},{"teacherId":9570802,"projectId":9288680,"letterContent":"Our students are learning so many valuable skills through these new books, from building reading fluency to developing deeper comprehension and critical thinking. As we explore these stories together, students are practicing how to identify main ideas, make predictions, and connect what they read to their own lives. Many of the books also introduce important social and emotional lessons—such as empathy, perseverance, and celebrating differences—which naturally lead to meaningful classroom discussions. These texts are helping students not only become stronger readers but also more thoughtful individuals.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an engaging and joyful experience. Students read in small groups, with partners, and independently, depending on the lesson. During our reading block, you'll often find students eagerly sharing favorite parts of a story, asking questions about the characters, or writing short reflections about what they've learned. We also enjoy read-aloud time, where students can simply listen and enjoy the flow of language while we discuss themes and vocabulary together.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially connected with the new books. One student who had struggled to stay engaged during reading time now can't wait to pick up a new mystery story each morning. Another student who is usually shy has found her voice through books that feature characters who are kind and brave. Watching students' faces light up as they talk about what they're reading is one of the most rewarding parts of our day—these new books are truly making a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1746785443281,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-send-off-book-style/9288680/","projectTitle":"5th Grade Send Off Book Style","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vaden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9570802"},{"teacherId":2956734,"projectId":8638148,"letterContent":"Having the charging ports has helped my students with independence in the classroom. They are able to put their Chromebooks away and ensure they are charging without help. Students are also able to retrieve their Chromebooks during center time when they need it instead of having to wait on an adult to help them. \r\n\r\nThe organization provided by the charging ports has created a much safer and eye pleasing area for our Chromebooks to be stored. Each port holds 10 Chromebooks and hides all charging cords. \r\n\r\nWe are so thankful for your generosity to provide this valuable resource for our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1736549799571,"projectUrl":"project/charging-up-for-success/8638148/","projectTitle":"Charging Up for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Witty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2956734_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1487591955625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-witty"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_3367","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":471,"numTeachers":29,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":26,"percentWhite":54,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.5,"schoolId":3367,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Monroeton Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Monroeton Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/rockingham-county-school-district/monroeton-elementary-school/3367"}

About this school

Monroeton Elementary School is a rural public school in Reidsville, North Carolina that is part of Rockingham County School District. It serves 471 students in grades K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 16.2:1. Its teachers have had 88 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

Equity Focus School

Support towards this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Public School

Title 1

Grades K - 5

471 Students

29 Teachers

8081 US 158

Reidsville, NC 27320 View local requests

http://www.rock.k12.nc.us/mnrt.htm

Direct, proactive support

Empower teachers at Monroeton Elementary School to request what their students need.

Give to this school

Ms. Vero, a DonorsChoose teacher for 9 years.

Kindergarten teacher at PS81 - Robert J. Christen School in Bronx, NY

Monroeton Elementary School Teachers on DonorsChoose

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for public school teachers.

Every donation funds real needs — pencils, books, lab equipment, art supplies, and more — helping students learn and thrive. We ship supplies directly to the school, and you'll see exactly where each dollar goes.

See how DonorsChoose works

Monroeton Elementary School Demographics

95%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

35%

of students are Black, Latino, Native American, or Asian

Schools in districts that mainly serve students of color receive substantially less state and local support than similar districts that serve primarily White students. Learn more about this gap, why it exists, and how you can help close it.

Monroeton Elementary School Support on DonorsChoose Last updated May 1, 2026

DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education.