{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Southaven High School","outOfStateSupporters":55.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10044066,"projectId":9379998,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous financial support of our classroom. Your contribution directly impacts my students by giving them access to resources, materials, and opportunities that enhance their learning experience in meaningful ways. Because of your generosity, I am able to create a more engaging and supportive environment where students can grow academically and build confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nYour donation does more than provide supplies, it helps open doors. It allows my students to explore new ideas, think critically, and develop the skills they need to succeed both in school and beyond. Many of these opportunities would not be possible without the support of individuals like you who believe in the value of education and invest in the future of young people.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your kindness and commitment to education do not go unnoticed. My students and I are truly grateful for your support, and we are inspired by your willingness to make a difference in our classroom. Thank you for helping us continue to learn, grow, and strive for excellence.","fullyFundedDate":1750107227363,"projectUrl":"project/finding-myself-between-the-pages-of-a-bo/9379998/","projectTitle":"Finding Myself Between the Pages of a Book","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Baker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10044066_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769381282590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10044066"},{"teacherId":10042340,"projectId":10040416,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. The standing desk and twisting seat cushions have truly made a difference in how my students learn. We use them daily during reading, writing, and small group work. One moment that stood out was during a writing activity, students who normally struggle to stay focused were able to stand or use the cushions, and they stayed engaged and completed their work without redirection. It allowed them to move in a way that actually supported their learning instead of distracting from it.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials were introduced, students were excited but also quickly understood their purpose. Instead of becoming a distraction, they treated them as tools to help them focus. Students now choose what works best for them, and that sense of ownership has shifted the classroom environment. They are more aware of their needs and more intentional about staying on task.\r\n\r\nSince introducing these resources, I've seen noticeable growth in both focus and academic performance. Students are completing more work, participating more, and showing improvement on assessments. As we continue through our current units, students will keep using these tools to support their learning, especially as we work on reading analysis and writing skills. Thank you again for helping create a classroom environment where all students can succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1770060629601,"projectUrl":"project/seating-that-supports-every-learner/10040416/","projectTitle":"Seating That Supports Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kohler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10042340_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747965627539","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10042340"},{"teacherId":9588281,"projectId":9979832,"letterContent":"Thank you soooo much for your support for this project! I truly am so grateful for you. This semester has been such a challenge and yet so rewarding. Since I have previously taught only year long courses, this is my very first spring semester with students who are new to me and my course. I wasn't sure what to expect of these new 9th graders and I don't think they knew what to expect of me either. \r\n\r\nYour donation has helped me encourage mindful movement during class, something that students with ADHD and other learning disorders benefit from greatly. Students are fighting over who gets the \"spinny seats\" each day because they're so popular! My students are very grateful, and of course so am I.","fullyFundedDate":1768084848524,"projectUrl":"project/lets-move-it-without-leaving-our-chai/9979832/","projectTitle":"Let’s Move It! 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It's also been especially helpful for visual learners and students who struggle with reading, because they can rely on the images to support their understanding instead of feeling lost in the language.\r\n\r\nAt the same time, keeping the original text alongside the illustrations has allowed students to better understand the text without lowering the standards. They're still working through Shakespeare's language, but now they have more tools to help them do it. We've had better discussions because students can point to specific scenes and talk about how the artwork reflects tone, mood, or character choices. It's helped them think more deeply about the play, rather than just trying to get through it, and overall they seem more confident when interacting with the text.","fullyFundedDate":1768515341903,"projectUrl":"project/shakespeare-in-full-color/9903162/","projectTitle":"Shakespeare in Full Color","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7625155_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748223987567","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7625155"},{"teacherId":10042340,"projectId":9379358,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom library. These new books have allowed my students to practice essential literacy skills such as identifying theme, making inferences, analyzing figurative language, and participating in meaningful discussions. Each text provides a fresh opportunity for students to grow as readers and thinkers.\r\n\r\nReading has become a valued routine in our classroom through Silent Sustained Reading. This daily practice gives students the space to explore stories independently, develop stamina, and discover what kinds of books truly speak to them.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially connected with the new titles in our collection. Many have taken a strong interest in dystopian and fantasy novels. Scythe, Skyward, and Graceling have quickly become favorites. It has been exciting to watch their enthusiasm deepen and to see that excitement spill over into class conversations and analytical work.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Thank you for supporting our students and helping them experience the joy of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1757683169576,"projectUrl":"project/books-theyll-actually-want-to-read/9379358/","projectTitle":"Books They’ll Actually Want to Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kohler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10042340_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747965627539","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10042340"},{"teacherId":466491,"projectId":9655777,"letterContent":"On behalf of all of us in the Southaven High School Band Program, I want to say a heartfelt thank you for your generous gift of a wireless speaker. Your support means so much to our students, and the impact of your kindness is already being felt in ways that words can barely capture.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, our students across multiple grade levels can now listen to and explore new types of music like never before. From hearing professional ensembles to discovering new styles and sounds, this speaker opens doors for creativity, inspiration, and a deeper love for music. It allows our students to experience the joy of learning in a way that is interactive, fun, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is more than just a gift—it is an investment in the growth, confidence, and musical journeys of our students. Every note they listen to, every rhythm they explore, and every idea they are inspired by will carry a piece of your kindness with it.\r\n\r\nThough we may not know you personally, please know that your support has made a real difference in the lives of our students. From the smiles during rehearsals to the excitement of discovering new music, your gift has already brought joy and inspiration to our band family.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our students and in the power of music.","fullyFundedDate":1757683117873,"projectUrl":"project/listening-to-music/9655777/","projectTitle":"Listening to Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chadd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp466491_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x1,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1571237180635","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jmchadd"},{"teacherId":7638402,"projectId":9077678,"letterContent":"On behalf of our class, I want to thank you for your generous donation to our recent project on a wellness station. The items requested and received were integral in the incorporation of a wellness station for our track students during/after practice and track meets. These snacks provided healthy options for track students. \r\n\r\nThey were absolutely thrilled! They could not believe that someone who knew nothing about them supported our vision. This brought a new level of excitement and engagement to our athletes.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your contribution was immediate—students were more engaged, motivated, and excited to train. 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