{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Tyrrell Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9308268,"projectId":9259244,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our project has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. Academically, students have shown significant growth, with many improving their reading and math skills by one to two grade levels. Engagement has also increased—students are more active in classroom discussions, group projects, and hands-on activities, which has helped build their confidence and love of learning.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, the project has fostered personal growth and development. Students have strengthened teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills, preparing them for future success both in school and beyond. For example, one student who previously struggled with math gained confidence through the tutoring sessions and is now participating enthusiastically in class. Your support has truly helped create a safer, more engaging, and empowering learning environment for all of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1746705390409,"projectUrl":"project/soring-during-the-summer/9259244/","projectTitle":"Soring During the Summer!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dorsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9308268_orig.jpg?crop=723,723,x194,y900&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745865246366","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9308268"},{"teacherId":9449754,"projectId":9228931,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project Inside Recess Without Electronics. When my students first saw the new STEM toys, their eyes lit up with excitement. They immediately began exploring, building, and creating together. Instead of reaching for a screen, they now use their imaginations and problem-solving skills to work as a team during indoor recess. The laughter, collaboration, and creativity these resources bring into our classroom are priceless.\r\nYour generosity has given my students the opportunity to learn through play, while also practicing critical thinking and social skills. Each day, I see them becoming more confident as they design, test, and improve their ideas. The next step is to incorporate these STEM activities into structured lessons, allowing students to connect what they are learning in math and science with hands-on experiences. Your gift has made a lasting impact, and we are deeply grateful for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1746785321279,"projectUrl":"project/inside-recess-without-electronics/9228931/","projectTitle":"Inside Recess Without Electronics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sambrano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9449754_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753939126480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9449754"},{"teacherId":8809722,"projectId":9317634,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my \"Cool and Fresh\" project! My students and I are so happy to have a place to help keep our food and drinks cool and fresh throughout the day. So far, the mini refrigerator has been used to store water bottles and items my students may bring from the cafeteria to eat as a snack later in the day. In the past, I've had students leave items in their lockers, and they would spoil and stink up the hallway. The mini refrigerator has definitely been a game changer. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1746785697229,"projectUrl":"project/cool-and-fresh/9317634/","projectTitle":"Cool and Fresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foreman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8809722_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710020822001","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8809722"},{"teacherId":8809722,"projectId":9251979,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my More Space! project! My students absolutely love their seat organizers. This year, my students received a ton of textbooks, workbooks, and journals and with an average school desk... there just wasn't enough space to fit everything. My students even store math manipulative in their seat organizer for easy and quick access during our math lesson. The storage bins are used to hold items that are placed inside of my closets. The bins help keep the closet organized and easily accessible. Again, thank you so so much!","fullyFundedDate":1746785548158,"projectUrl":"project/more-space/9251979/","projectTitle":"More Space!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foreman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8809722_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710020822001","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8809722"},{"teacherId":8809722,"projectId":9053793,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my \"Classroom Needs\" project. The copy paper, ink, and laminating pouches has provided with the opportunity to create a bulletin board in the first grade hallway, print important documents, and set up my students take home binder. Since the school year just started, I have only been able to set up a few things with the new resources I received. The fan is placed behind me and helps keep me cool as I constantly move around the classroom. The Air Wick plug in has helped keep my room smelling clean and fresh throughout the day. The rolling cart has been extremely helpful for organizing my Astrobrights Color Paper. Once I begin instruction, a few of the slots will be used as turn in bins and extra work.","fullyFundedDate":1746785659400,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-needs/9053793/","projectTitle":"Classroom Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foreman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8809722_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710020822001","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8809722"},{"teacherId":8809722,"projectId":9119708,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my \"Help Us Hear!\" project! It is the first week of school and we have already begun Beginning of the Year Assessments. These tests are administered online and requires headphones so that everyone can hear what is being read to them. Since many of my students had not brought their headphones, I was able to issue the bright colored ones to those in need. In the past, I had to move those who didn't have headphones, around the classroom, so the noise wouldn't interfere. It felt good not having to separate them and being able to assess my students at once.","fullyFundedDate":1746785790835,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-hear/9119708/","projectTitle":"Help Us Hear!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foreman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8809722_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710020822001","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8809722"},{"teacherId":9226423,"projectId":9333188,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of headphones to our classroom!\r\n\r\nThese headphones are making a big difference every single day. They help our students stay focused, work independently, and engage with learning tools like reading apps, educational videos, and language programs — all without distractions. For many of our learners, especially those who need extra support or prefer working at their own pace, the headphones have been a game-changer.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students have access to a quieter, more personalized, and more effective learning environment. We're incredibly grateful for your support and investment in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1747179779360,"projectUrl":"project/911-hear-ye-hear-ye-headphones-needed/9333188/","projectTitle":"911! Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Headphones Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. V. 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Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1744204705980,"projectUrl":"project/eric-carle-books/9225323/","projectTitle":"Eric Carle Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foreman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8809722_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710020822001","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8809722"},{"teacherId":4978714,"projectId":9226064,"letterContent":"This was such a FUN project to get funded! These stickers added a whole new level of excitement for my third graders. We immediately filled up our classroom sticker chart with a variety of stickers. \r\n\r\nThese stickers will be used in a variety of ways. They will be used in creative writing journals helping students elaborate on their writing. My ESL students will also benefit by selecting a sticker that they can relate to in order to enhance their writing. \r\n\r\nI am super excited to use these stickers in a variety of creative ways in my classroom. Thank you so much for making writing interactive and engaging!","fullyFundedDate":1744835230223,"projectUrl":"project/sticker-mania/9226064/","projectTitle":"Sticker Mania!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stansbury","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4978714_orig.png?crop=706,706,x0,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723677028152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4978714"},{"teacherId":4978714,"projectId":9235645,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to my project! My students were elated when we unboxed the collection of Magic School Bus books. They were excited and eager to jump in and start reading. \r\n\r\nI love how they explored the titles and made connections with things they learned in science. It was refreshing to see them use their background knowledge while browsing through the books. In a short time, the books are already loved so much.\r\n\r\nI am thrilled to add these books to my classroom library to be enjoyed by children for years to come! Thank you again for your support of literacy in the classroom and making connections across content.","fullyFundedDate":1744204706578,"projectUrl":"project/the-magic-of-books/9235645/","projectTitle":"The Magic of Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stansbury","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4978714_orig.png?crop=706,706,x0,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723677028152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4978714"},{"teacherId":9226423,"projectId":7938026,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has been transformed through the addition of new books. Your support has ignited a love for reading among my students, many of whom now eagerly reach for books during independent reading time. The expanded library has allowed each student to find stories that match their interests and reading levels, helping to build confidence, improve literacy skills, and spark curiosity.\r\n\r\nFor some, it's the first time they've felt truly connected to a book—and that's a powerful thing. Your donation has given my students the gift of reading, and with it, the opportunity to grow as learners and thinkers. Thank you for making such a lasting impact!","fullyFundedDate":1702001989765,"projectUrl":"project/books-r-us/7938026/","projectTitle":"Books R Us!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. V. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9226423_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x101,y29&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693081366876","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9226423"},{"teacherId":8809722,"projectId":8751860,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my \"All Things February!\" project. My students were so excited to read one of our new books everyday. Depending on the upcoming event, I displayed certain books that went along with the holiday. They didn't really know much about Groundhog Day, so they were pretty interested in reading and learning about the holiday. My students are familiar with the \"How to catch a...\" books, and couldn't wait to read How to Catch a Lovesaurus. Thank you so much for giving my students amazing books to learn all about the February holidays!","fullyFundedDate":1726683154062,"projectUrl":"project/all-things-february/8751860/","projectTitle":"All Things February!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foreman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8809722_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710020822001","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8809722"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_16578","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":699,"numTeachers":48,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":28,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":66,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":64.4,"schoolId":16578,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Tyrrell Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Tyrrell Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/port-arthur-independent-school-district/tyrrell-elementary-school/16578"}