{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Southaven Intermediate School","outOfStateSupporters":64.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9488759,"projectId":10738367,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping make our military care package community service project a success! With your generous support, our students were able to donate 50 shoeboxes filled with personal hygiene items, sweet treats, protein products, and other thoughtful gifts to military members serving across the country and overseas. Each box also included a hand-written and decorated thank-you card created by our students to express their gratitude and appreciation.\r\n\r\nI have never seen our students more excited about participating in a community service project! Everyone was happy to help, and it was wonderful to see them work together to show kindness and appreciation for those who serve our country. Your generosity made this meaningful experience possible and helped our students understand the importance of giving back to others. Thank you for making such a positive difference in the lives of our students and the military members who received these special boxes!","fullyFundedDate":1793027764370,"projectUrl":"project/care-packages-of-gratitude/10738367/","projectTitle":"Care Packages of Gratitude","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9488759_orig.jpg?crop=422,422,x0,y87&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715192608517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488759"},{"teacherId":1853755,"projectId":10468441,"letterContent":"Thank you for making these Social Emotional Learning books a reality for my students! Even though we just received these books, they have introduced valuable lessons about empathy, kindness, friendship, inclusion, self-awareness, and emotional regulation. Through read-alouds and class discussions, students are learning how to recognize and manage their emotions, understand the perspectives of others, and develop positive ways to solve problems and handle conflicts. The characters and situations in these books have provided meaningful opportunities for students to connect what they read to their own lives.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have been especially excited about these new books because they see situations and emotions that are familiar to them. Some students who struggle with managing big feelings have connected deeply with the stories and often refer back to the characters' experiences when discussing their own challenges. Others have enjoyed talking about ways they can show kindness and include others. Thanks to your generosity, these books are helping my students grow not only as readers but also as compassionate, thoughtful individuals who are learning how to make a positive impact on those around them.","fullyFundedDate":1792879933821,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-big-feelings-and-kind-actions/10468441/","projectTitle":"Books for Big Feelings and Kind Actions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burnside","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1853755_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y772&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764702923673","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1853755"},{"teacherId":9488759,"projectId":10522710,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our project featuring Julia Cook's books! Your generosity provides our students with engaging stories that teach important social-emotional skills, including managing emotions, building friendships, making good choices, and developing empathy. These books will help us create meaningful discussions and give students practical strategies they can use in the classroom and beyond.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students will have valuable resources to help them grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us create a positive, supportive learning environment where every child can succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1791774567526,"projectUrl":"project/strong-minds-strong-hearts-building-so/10522710/","projectTitle":"Strong Minds, Strong Hearts: Building Social-Emotional Skills for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9488759_orig.jpg?crop=422,422,x0,y87&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715192608517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488759"},{"teacherId":9488759,"projectId":10279640,"letterContent":"Your generosity has helped us create a classroom where our neurodivergent learners feel supported, comfortable, and ready to learn. The sensory materials you provided give students helpful tools to manage their individual needs, improve focus, and stay engaged throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nStudents can use these materials when they need movement, a calming break, or additional sensory input. Having these resources readily available helps students regulate their energy, reduce distractions, and return to learning ready to participate and succeed. 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Because of your support, our yoga mats are much more than a place to exercise—they have become a valuable part of our flexible learning environment.\r\n\r\nStudents use the mats for reading, problem-solving, group discussions, creative projects, and hands-on learning activities. They provide a comfortable space where students can collaborate, think creatively, work independently, or simply take a moment to reset. This flexibility helps our gifted learners stay focused and engaged while encouraging creativity, independence, collaboration, and higher-level thinking. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us provide a classroom where they can learn, grow, and thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1789393078278,"projectUrl":"project/fit-bodies-focused-minds/10364767/","projectTitle":"Fit Bodies, Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9488759_orig.jpg?crop=422,422,x0,y87&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715192608517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488759"},{"teacherId":9488759,"projectId":10286471,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing hygiene products for our students. Because of your generosity, students now have access to personal care items they can freely obtain and use whenever they need them, without having to ask or feel embarrassed.\r\n\r\nHaving these products readily available helps students feel comfortable, confident, and prepared to focus on their school day. Your support allows us to meet an important everyday need while creating a caring environment where students know they are supported. We truly appreciate your kindness and generosity in helping us take care of our students!","fullyFundedDate":1783028038730,"projectUrl":"project/safe-supported-and-ready-to-learn/10286471/","projectTitle":"Safe, Supported, and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9488759_orig.jpg?crop=422,422,x0,y87&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715192608517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488759"},{"teacherId":9488759,"projectId":10450678,"letterContent":"The colorful sticky notes and Flair pens have brought creativity and excitement to our 4th grade Spotlight classroom! My gifted students love using these supplies to organize their thinking, brainstorm unique ideas, collaborate with classmates, and add their own personal touch to projects. These simple tools help make learning more engaging while encouraging creativity, organization, and self-expression. We are so thankful to our donors for providing materials that make learning both meaningful and fun!","fullyFundedDate":1789602256237,"projectUrl":"project/what-if-no-one-helps-fund-this-project/10450678/","projectTitle":"What if No One Helps Fund This Project?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9488759_orig.jpg?crop=422,422,x0,y87&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715192608517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488759"},{"teacherId":9899555,"projectId":10410490,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of our classroom. Providing these snacks for our students has given them the opportunity to move their focus from their hungry bellies to their learning. The wide array of snacks have also given our students the autonomy to choose preferred snack options, giving them enhanced independence in their day. \r\n\r\nUpon receiving these snacks, our students were incredibly excited to enjoy the options during our scheduled daily snack time. Some popular favorites have been the Goldfish and the Pretzel Crisps (so much so that there aren't any left!)\r\n\r\nAgain, I am so grateful for your support of our classroom, our students, and their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1788997622848,"projectUrl":"project/full-bellies-and-ready-minds/10410490/","projectTitle":"Full Bellies and Ready Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCourt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9899555_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x266,y76&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737566646249","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9899555"},{"teacherId":9488759,"projectId":10231654,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing our students with keychain-making materials for a special community service project! Students will use these supplies to design and create inspirational keychains featuring positive words and encouraging messages.\r\n\r\nThe keychains will be donated to our school PBIS store, where students can earn them by demonstrating positive behavior and making good choices. Through this project, our students will experience the joy of creating something for others while spreading kindness, encouragement, and positivity throughout our school.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping our students learn that even a small act of kindness can make a big difference. Thank you for giving them the opportunity to use their creativity to inspire others and make a positive contribution to their school community!","fullyFundedDate":1778261987484,"projectUrl":"project/keys-of-kindness-take-2/10231654/","projectTitle":"Keys of Kindness, Take 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9488759_orig.jpg?crop=422,422,x0,y87&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715192608517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488759"},{"teacherId":9488759,"projectId":10210110,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing headphones for our students! Your generosity has given them a valuable tool that helps them stay focused, learn independently, and fully participate in technology-based activities.\r\n\r\nThese headphones allow students to listen to lessons, videos, and educational programs without distractions. They are especially helpful when students are working at their own pace or completing activities that require careful listening and concentration.\r\n\r\nWe are very grateful for your support of our classroom. Because of you, our students have the tools they need to learn, explore, and be successful. Thank you for investing in our students and making a difference in their education!","fullyFundedDate":1778261987092,"projectUrl":"project/hear-ye-hear-ye/10210110/","projectTitle":"Hear ye! Hear ye!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9488759_orig.jpg?crop=422,422,x0,y87&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715192608517","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9488759"},{"teacherId":9473952,"projectId":9983717,"letterContent":"On behalf of everyone involved in the No Boo Hoo from the Flu, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation toward cleaning supplies.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a meaningful difference in helping us provide essential supplies that promote a cleaner, healthier environment for our students and staff. Because of your kindness, we are better equipped to encourage healthy habits, reduce the spread of germs, and create a safer space for learning and growth. \r\n\r\nProjects like No Boo Hoo from the Flu are successful because of caring community members like you who recognize the importance of health, wellness, and education. Your generosity demonstrates a commitment to helping our students thrive while staying healthy throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in the well-being of our school community. We are truly grateful for your support and partnership. Your contribution will have a lasting impact, and we appreciate your role in helping make this project a success.","fullyFundedDate":1778112493423,"projectUrl":"project/no-boo-hoo-from-the-flu/9983717/","projectTitle":"No Boo Hoo From The Flu","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hogan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9473952"},{"teacherId":7118843,"projectId":10166513,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Hands on Learning with 3D Printer Filament.\" Because of your generosity, our classroom received the 3D printer filament needed to bring my gifted 3rd graders' digital designs to life.\r\n Filament is the essential raw material that transforms digital concepts into physical tools for learning and service. Having a reliable supply allowed my students to dive directly into hands-on engineering, spatial design, and creative problem-solving.\r\n Seeing their digital creations take physical shape layer by layer created unforgettable lightbulb moments for my students. It taught them perseverance as they refined their designs, as well as the power of using technology to spread empathy and joy throughout our school community. Your support provided the fundamental building blocks for an empowering STEM experience. Thank you for investing in my students' creativity, confidence, and passion for learning!","fullyFundedDate":1776093600722,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-with-3d-printer-filame/10166513/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning With 3d Printer Filament","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frost","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7118843_orig.jpg?crop=359,359,x74,y247&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773941575388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7118843"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_96426","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1051,"numTeachers":68,"percentFrplEligible":69,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":55,"percentWhite":20,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":6,"gradesServed":"3 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":35.2,"schoolId":96426,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Southaven Intermediate School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Southaven Intermediate School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/mississippi/desoto-co-school-district/southaven-interm-school/96426"}