{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Shadow Oaks Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":74.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10317757,"projectId":9873095,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my students build their sensory space for our school community. The students are loving their new space. We are excited about moving forward with our new space to make sure that all of our students are able to benefit from this project. After setting up the room, the students were in awe when seeing the room. I believe the sensory lights are most expressive item to the students. They are already thinking of other items such as crash pads and soft mats that they would like to include in the room. These items are definitely helping our students cope with stressful situations and emotions. Thank you for being a part of their healing.","fullyFundedDate":1764626399946,"projectUrl":"project/space-to-help-keep-students-calm/9873095/","projectTitle":"Space to Help Keep Students Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10317757"},{"teacherId":4022427,"projectId":9785255,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support! Our students and families were so grateful to receive literacy materials to help them at home. During the literacy event, the students were able to hand out literacy hacks to help other students practice and improve their reading skills. The treats provided by this funding opportunity make this event even more meaningful and rewarding. Our families and younger siblings were super excited to receive the extra treats from this funding opportunity. Because of your support and generosity, we will continue to provide our families with literacy support so that the students in our community can become great readers!","fullyFundedDate":1760379054624,"projectUrl":"project/tricks-and-treats/9785255/","projectTitle":"Tricks and Treats!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Menifield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4022427_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603246510485","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4022427"},{"teacherId":4837884,"projectId":9953060,"letterContent":"The wobble chair arrived today. One of my best wigglers walked by and saw it, and immediately knew it was for him. He shared with another teacher who visited the class that Dr. Kelly bought this chair for me. I had to explain to him that the chair was for all students, but I did think he would love it. Another Wiggler sat on it and said it was cool and helped him think. \r\nWe are now thinking of ways for us to use this in other areas of the room. Suggestions have been made that I might need to get another one. For now, Red Wobble Seat is the \"working and thinking\" Only those who are willing to work and think may sit on this throne!!\r\nThe Wobble Seat is doing exactly what I thought it would for students who need movement to concentrate.","fullyFundedDate":1765408554187,"projectUrl":"project/focused-and-attentive/9953060/","projectTitle":"Focused and Attentive","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Kelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4837884_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506555741457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4837884"},{"teacherId":5417407,"projectId":9858197,"letterContent":"The students were so excited to receive the supplies! They did all the unpacking, setting up and organizing for the station. This was a great chance to have the kids working together to help others. Once our stations was setup, we notified the counselor and the school nurse so they would know items were available to anyone that needed help. We have already made up several take home bags for students around the school. Thank you for your help in making our Health and Hygiene station possible.","fullyFundedDate":1763066456786,"projectUrl":"project/health-and-hygiene-for-every-student/9858197/","projectTitle":"Health and Hygiene for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5417407_orig.jpg?crop=1815,1816,x0,y768&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723217377387","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5417407"},{"teacherId":9704495,"projectId":9723891,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generous donation. Your support means more than words can fully express. Knowing that you care enough to invest in the students gives me motivation and confidence to keep moving forward. Because of you, we have been able to continue grow and stay focused on the values that matter most.\r\nYour donation has directly helped me continue showing and teaching my kiddos how to spread kindness and compassion. Through actions, conversations, and examples, I was able to remind them that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference. Your generosity allowed me to lead with empathy, encourage understanding, and inspire others to treat one another with care and respect. I am deeply grateful for your support and for being a part of the positive impact we are creating together.","fullyFundedDate":1758908493389,"projectUrl":"project/seeing-with-our-hearts-a-compassion-pro/9723891/","projectTitle":"Seeing with Our Hearts: A Compassion Project for Young Children","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9704495"},{"teacherId":9704495,"projectId":9838999,"letterContent":"During the Christmas holiday, Shadow Oaks Elementary students and student ambassadors proudly gave back to the community by distributing bingo games, non-slip socks, and cozy blankets to a local nursing home. Guided by the values we teach every day: kindness, respect, and generosity our students worked together to prepare these thoughtful gifts. They understood that giving is not just about the items, but about showing care and compassion to others, especially during a season focused on love and gratitude.\r\nThis community service project was truly rewarding for everyone involved. The students were excited to personally distribute the gifts and spend time with the residents, and their joy was evident as they saw the smiles and appreciation on the faces of those living in the nursing home. The experience helped our kiddos see the impact of their kindness and reinforced the importance of helping others. It was a meaningful reminder that small acts of generosity can bring warmth, happiness, and connection to our community.","fullyFundedDate":1761343514633,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-across-ages-paying-it-forward/9838999/","projectTitle":"Kindness Across Ages: Paying It Forward!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9704495"},{"teacherId":9932028,"projectId":9773637,"letterContent":"We thank you so much for your generous contributions. We have been able to create a wonderful space for students who need a place to calm down to go. The items we purchased have made our school sensory room relaxing, calm, and inviting. Not only are my special needs students able to use the space when overstimulated, but we have invited the entire to school to use the space as needed. Many students from other classrooms within our school have visited the room. This project has been so rewarding to see my students want to help others and for them to give back to their school community.","fullyFundedDate":1761065094759,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-safe-space/9773637/","projectTitle":"Sensory Safe Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Holly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9932028_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740596209504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9932028"},{"teacherId":9704495,"projectId":9641894,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation and for believing in our students. Because of your support, our classroom has been transformed into a space where curiosity, creativity, and confidence can truly grow.\r\nWith access to a MacBook, my students were able to explore technology in meaningful, hands-on ways. They became little builders and future coders designing, creating, problem-solving, and learning how ideas can turn into real projects. For many of them, this was their first opportunity to work with this kind of technology, and it opened their eyes to what they are capable of achieving.\r\nYour donation also made it possible for us to expand our creative career counseling program. Students explored a variety of careers connected to technology, design, and innovation, helping them see pathways they may not have previously imagined. These experiences allowed them to connect their interests and talents to real-world possibilities, inspiring big dreams for their futures.\r\nMost importantly, your generosity gave our students exposure, opportunity, and confidence. They now see themselves not just as learners, but as creators and future professionals. Thank you for investing in their potential and for making a lasting impact on their education.","fullyFundedDate":1757324387529,"projectUrl":"project/little-builders-and-future-coders-explor/9641894/","projectTitle":"Little Builders and Future Coders Exploring Careers Through Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Butler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9704495"},{"teacherId":2398381,"projectId":9853204,"letterContent":"Upon receiving our project items my students were so excited. They couldn't wait to dig in and pack the items for the animals. Each student created a message and picture on a post it note which we turned into a large card for the shelter. \r\n\r\nOur local animal shelter works so hard to make sure the animals have a safe and clean environment. We were ecstatic to have the chance to choose them as our community help initiative this year. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping us give back to our community! We truly appreciate having the chance to make this happen.","fullyFundedDate":1761592418707,"projectUrl":"project/paws-for-the-cause/9853204/","projectTitle":"Paws for the Cause","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2398381_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525094469820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/olivia-moore"},{"teacherId":4022427,"projectId":9813691,"letterContent":"This was a great event! We were so fortunate to be able to bring our school to this event. The students that helped with the event were very excited and happy to be a part of something so wonderful. The students were able to contribute time and have the opportunity to get a lot of candy. Students and families that visited the event were extremely excited to see our school represented at the event. It was a blast to be a part of this community event. We were able to see students from past to present and even some future students!\r\nThank you for your support in making our participation possible!","fullyFundedDate":1760713842166,"projectUrl":"project/ghost-goblins-and-candy/9813691/","projectTitle":"Ghost, Goblins, and Candy?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Menifield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4022427_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603246510485","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4022427"},{"teacherId":4022427,"projectId":9456925,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my students and this project! We have started working on this projects, and the students are showing a lot of interest in learning about compassion. From our discussions on compassion, I feel the students have a good understanding of, but don't really practice it. The lessons in EverFi has been our starting point. It has been fun, interactive, and interesting. My students can easily see from someone else's perspective. We have really enjoyed using the mobile tv to make this activity center more interesting and engaging. When students first saw the mobile tv they immediately wanted to know what it was and what it was for.\r\nI can't thank you enough for showing support and giving my students a chance to work on a device that they would not have had an opportunity to if it had not been for your support! Thank you from all of us!","fullyFundedDate":1756857775322,"projectUrl":"project/walk-a-day-in-my-shoes/9456925/","projectTitle":"Walk A Day in My Shoes!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Menifield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4022427_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603246510485","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4022427"},{"teacherId":4022427,"projectId":9659592,"letterContent":"Camp Read A Lot has been one of the best adventures so far this school year! My students could not wait to visit the library, to explore books, to make s'more, and to read by the camp fire! This was a memorable experience that will last a lifetime. I am so grateful that you helped my students to have such a great experience! They can't stop talking about reading with flashlights and being in tents! Tents in the library! This was magical and all I can say is we are so thankful to you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1757120744450,"projectUrl":"project/camp-read-a-lot/9659592/","projectTitle":"Camp Read a Lot!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Menifield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4022427_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603246510485","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4022427"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_12506","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":433,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":70,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 2","studentTeacherRatio":"13.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":25.9,"schoolId":12506,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Shadow Oaks Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Shadow Oaks Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/mississippi/desoto-co-school-district/shadow-oaks-elementary-school/12506"}