{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Petal High School","outOfStateSupporters":70.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9985938,"projectId":9215871,"letterContent":"My students at Petal High School are so thankful for the Cozy, Warm and Safe Place that we have been able to provide for them. I have a room in the back of my clinic that I was able to furnish with supplies, with your help, where students are able to take a quiet moment to help themselves reset so that they are able to make it through the whole school day. I have options of adult coloring books and multiple markers/writing tools, a phone charger, a lamp for mood lighting, multiple snack options and peppermints that can always make someone feel better!\r\nI am a strong believer in healthy students are better learners and this health also includes mental health.\r\n I believe that we have been successful in helping to create an environment that is contributing to making successful students, and for that, I am truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1753442431707,"projectUrl":"project/the-cozy-warm-and-safe-place/9215871/","projectTitle":"The Cozy, Warm and Safe Place","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Monica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9985938"},{"teacherId":9819089,"projectId":8908557,"letterContent":"These items have been so helpful for our classroom. It has helped to calm our kids by finding something for them to fidget with their hands. The small sensory mazes are so calming for our kids, because it give them something to focus on in stead of the thing that is upsetting them. \r\nThere were two things that were my hands down absolute favorites. One was the weighted lap blanket. Two of our kids benefited so much from these, because it offered the deep pressure they were seeking to achieve calmness. My other favorite was the headphones, the fun colors made all the difference for the kids. Thank you again","fullyFundedDate":1730239233439,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-corner-for-positive-mental-healt/8908557/","projectTitle":"Sensory Corner for Positive Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ashlyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9819089"},{"teacherId":9805191,"projectId":8882714,"letterContent":"The materials provided to my classroom through DonorsChoose made the environment more personal and expressive to students. The photo printer allows me to print glossy, color photos of the students on special days and display them in the room. Students use the word magnets--so many sets!--are used for sentence building and poetry and just silly idea creation in between projects. I use the sentence strips and paper products to display student work. These materials provide opportunities for creativity, recognize their efforts, and create a feeling of community.\r\n\r\nWhen one students starts to build words together with the word magnets, a few others will join in and it turn into a social activity. It is a light moment, an interlude in the day and I love to see them expressing themselves (or just forming jokes) as a break between lessons and the things that take up mental space during the day.\r\n\r\nHowever, the photo printer is the product that brought the most excitement to the students because they love to see the photos change on the photo wall. Think of how excited students are at the end of the year when yearbooks are out and they are looking at those pages in class; it is like a smaller piece of that, but on a regular basis. These materials show my students visually that this is a community, that they belong here, that they are valued and interesting. I am truly grateful to my donors!","fullyFundedDate":1729304308045,"projectUrl":"project/recognizing-student-expression-and-commu/8882714/","projectTitle":"Recognizing Student Expression and Community (All Over the Walls)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sumrall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9805191_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729122700203","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805191"},{"teacherId":9806355,"projectId":8885385,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project, Snacks to Help Students Stay on Track, through DonorsChoose and Google's generous support. Because of you, my students now have access to snacks, candy, and stress-relief tools that meet both their physical and emotional needs throughout the school day. These resources have already started making a meaningful difference by helping students stay focused, feel supported, and regulate their emotions in healthy ways.\r\n\r\nThe snacks and candy are available for students who may come to school hungry or aren't able to bring additional food from home. Now, when a student is distracted due to hunger or has low energy, they can grab a quick snack and return to learning without feeling embarrassed or left out. The candy also serves as a fun and simple relationship-builder—something small that helps students feel seen and appreciated. The stress tools are used during calm-down breaks or when a student needs help managing their emotions during a tough day. Having these items available in my office creates a safe and supportive environment where students can learn to self-regulate and focus more fully on their work. I didn't anticipate the opportunities it created for me to meet students in my school. It has provided a means for me to break misconceptions about me. They see that I'm not mean, I'm firm. I'm not against them, I am holding them accountable. \r\n\r\nAs we continue building a culture of support and care in our classroom, these tools are helping students develop emotional awareness and self-advocacy. They are learning when they need a break, when they need fuel, and how to ask for help—skills that are vital for academic and life success. Thank you for making this possible. Your generosity has truly empowered students in our school.","fullyFundedDate":1738889134682,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-help-students-stay-on-track/8885385/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Help Students Stay on Track!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806355"},{"teacherId":9801868,"projectId":8873730,"letterContent":"I wanted to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donations to my classroom's Cozy Corner! Your thoughtful contributions have helped create an inviting, warm space where students can destress and calm down. The legos, sand light, and wobble stool have already made a big difference, and the students have absolutely benefitted from utilizing the items in the Cozy Corner. \r\n\r\nYour support means the world to us and has truly enhanced out classroom environment. Thank you for helping make our calming area fell even more special.","fullyFundedDate":1729396466478,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corner-for-mental-health/8873730/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corner for Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9801868"},{"teacherId":9804910,"projectId":8882128,"letterContent":"Students AND teachers use the new resources in my office. Students that aren't even in my alpha come by sometimes to ask for a fidget toy and I am more than happy to give them an item. That is the whole point! The fact that teachers know that they have place at school that they can come to, makes me extremely happy. I want to be a resource for anyone while they are present at school. There isn't a day that goes by that the person in my office at the time doesn't pick up something from the table to \"fidget with\" while visiting. \r\n\r\nStudents, parents, and teachers love the vibe I have in my office. They say it is peaceful and welcoming. I thank YOU for helping me achieve this wonderful atmosphere in my office.","fullyFundedDate":1729303592068,"projectUrl":"project/its-a-whole-vibe-in-here/8882128/","projectTitle":"It's a Whole Vibe in Here","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Calcote","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804910"},{"teacherId":9823885,"projectId":8915618,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. The supplies purchased have allowed our students and staff to display their work and advocate for issues and events that are important to them.\r\n\r\nCounselors have used the displays around school to promote counseling services and upcoming parent/information nights around college applications, financial aid, and other supports. Students are able to see these throughout the buildings and throughout their days so that they are well-informed of supports available for the SEL support and support in meeting their future goals.\r\n\r\nStudents have used these display opportunities to advocate for issues that are important to them. Our clubs have used them to promote anti-bullying campaigns and to promote awareness of events around political elections and the recent inauguration. \r\n\r\nWe've only had these display supplies for about a term, but that have already helped in giving students a voice and keeping them informed about support available to them. I can't wait to see the continued impact these tools provide. Thank you again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1730733463015,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-students-informed/8915618/","projectTitle":"Keeping Students Informed","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9823885"},{"teacherId":9803719,"projectId":8876740,"letterContent":"The resources you supplied have greatly benefited my students! Thank you so much. This has allowed them to practice different skills in a fun way. When we unpacked the boxes, the students smiled so big and were thrilled. They were so excited for their \"new toys\".\r\n\r\nThe board games have been amazing and the kids have really enjoyed them. The lamps totally changed the classroom atmosphere. They have been great for sensory breaks. These resources are greatly appreciated and have been very useful. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1729002900147,"projectUrl":"project/learning-for-life/8876740/","projectTitle":"Learning for Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9803719"},{"teacherId":9804887,"projectId":8881915,"letterContent":"Thank you for making our classroom a more comfortable place to learn. The softer lighting has helped students focus and relax. The amount of headaches have decreased and they have continued to work hard. Additionally, they have taken responsibility to make the classroom look nice which has made them a classroom citizen rather than tourist. The figit toys have been great rewards and tools to increase motivation. \r\n\r\nTruly, you have helped make this classroom a more welcoming place suited for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1729261983380,"projectUrl":"project/lighting-the-way-to-wellness-supportin/8881915/","projectTitle":"\"Lighting the Way to Wellness: Supporting Student Mental Health\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Murczek","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804887"},{"teacherId":9801767,"projectId":8875976,"letterContent":"First and foremost thank you from the bottom of my heart for your gracious donation to so many teachers! I know personally you have impacted not only my classroom but several others within my school district!\r\nMy students were so excited to be able to have a classroom, that is a former locker room, that they feel more relaxed in by having comfortable seating as well as not having to use the florescent lighting. It has absolutely created a more inviting and calming environment for not only my students by me as well.\r\nThe students are able to use the beanbags to do independent work and it has helped them to be able to get more work done. The lights have created a calmer atmosphere to say the least.\r\nAgain, thank you again for everything!","fullyFundedDate":1728858251752,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-matters/8875976/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Matters","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Erica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9801767"},{"teacherId":9804873,"projectId":8881895,"letterContent":"My ESL class and I want to thank you for your generosity and support towards our project to promote mental well-being in our ESL class. \r\nOnce I placed the calming fluorescent light covers, my students immediately felt a more relaxing learning environment. The calming strips were placed in every student's desk. You can see students using them when they are taking tests or just when they are trying new things in class. These strips are specially helpful with my special needs students. Now students often ask me to use the push-pop toys and the fidget tools, as they work individually or take tests. Having them available have helped them tremendously in lowering their anxiety. Students who are shy like Hannah are enjoying the graphic novel, and students who identify with the characters are enjoying the other books that are closer in topics to their heritage. \r\nMany of my students are trying to access a college education to better themselves. I am not sure if all of them will make it, but your contribution to our mental health project has made a difference in their school life. It has helped with concentration, and the materials we received are definitely promoting a better emotional environment in my ESL class.\r\nTHANK YOU!","fullyFundedDate":1729374485567,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-mental-well-being-for-english/8881895/","projectTitle":"Fostering Mental Well-being for English Language Learners in ESL Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Claudia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9804873_orig.jpg?crop=1603,1603,x33,y778&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737238976949","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9804873"},{"teacherId":9805224,"projectId":8882822,"letterContent":"Your generous donation has allowed students at Petal High School Theatre and Speech and Debate to learn in non-traditional ways! Students are all too often \"trapped\" in their desks, sitting all day, for too many hours, become bored and uncomfortable. My idea was to give students options and freedom to be more comfortable in the learning environment. In addition, I wanted to allow students brain breaks and ways to destress while still challenging themselves, possibly without even knowing, playing board games!\r\n\r\nThe students have truly enjoyed the option to use the standing desks, when sitting becomes too uncomfortable and stifling. They have enjoyed having the option to sit in bean bags while running lines for their upcoming theatre production. It's amazing how students thrive when given options that allow them more freedom and comfort. They still do their work, they are on task, and actually enjoying it. \r\n\r\nStudents love when I bring out the board games. It's amazing to see a dying tradition revived and children in this generation enjoying it. All of this would not have been possible without your generous contribution. My students and I cannot say thank you enough. We are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1729297638003,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-to-learn-in-nontradi/8882822/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students to Learn in Nontraditional Ways","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Skye Morgan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805224"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_11630","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1335,"numTeachers":85,"percentFrplEligible":62,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":19,"percentWhite":67,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"15.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":29.4,"schoolId":11630,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Petal High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Petal High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/mississippi/petal-school-district/petal-high-school/11630"}