{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Strayhorn Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":84.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8554999,"projectId":9481387,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Special Marker Project! We are writing and publishing a class book that requires lots of markers!\r\n\r\nThe kids were so excited to have scented markers to work with. Not only that, we had thin markers, fat markers, multicultural markers, sharpies, and flair pens to work with. These items are considered very \"Boujee\" according to the kids! They have been actively participating in writing their book, JUST TO USE THESE SPECIAL MARKERS. \r\n\r\nI am so grateful that these were purchased for us. There is NO WAY I could have afforded them for every student. Our book is being sent to the publisher now, thanks to these amazing markers provided to us!!","fullyFundedDate":1758856926930,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-to-draw-but-our-markers-are-dry/9481387/","projectTitle":"We Love to Draw, But Our Markers Are Dry!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8554999_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673719013414","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8554999"},{"teacherId":9214098,"projectId":9947596,"letterContent":"My students and I are absolutely thrilled to have our classroom library and reward station stocked with new books and prizes! The \"oohs and aahs\" when I pulled the new items out of the box were unforgettable. The kids were so excited to add more titles to many of the series we've already started.\r\n Your generous donation has brought our classroom to life. The new books are already encouraging reluctant readers to pick up a book, with students eagerly chatting about characters during their Accelerated Reading time. Furthermore, the prizes have been a massive hit, providing positive motivation for students to meet their Accelerated Reading goals.\r\n Your support means more than just materials; it sends a message to my students that people care about their education and want them to succeed. We are so fortunate to have supporters like you. Thank you for fostering a love of reading and creating a more engaging learning environment for my class.","fullyFundedDate":1772833328067,"projectUrl":"project/reading-and-rewards/9947596/","projectTitle":"Reading and Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Whitney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9214098_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y252&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692757707677","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9214098"},{"teacherId":8554999,"projectId":9026879,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our Desk Pets for Paw Mart! Our PBIS system is famous at our school. We are the only grade level who does this, and our behavior is exceptional. \r\n\r\nSince starting our Paw Mart, we have seen minimal office referrals...NONE in the past 2 years. We have also seen an increase in students taking accountability for their work. Students earn Paw Bucks daily for completing their bell work and morning work. They work hard for their PAW BUCKS.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, our attendance on Fridays is amazing. PAW MART is only open on Fridays, so we have seen in increase in attendance on those days. \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting us in providing these precious children with Desk Pets they can buy each week.","fullyFundedDate":1746458926013,"projectUrl":"project/desk-pets-for-paw-mart/9026879/","projectTitle":"Desk Pets for Paw Mart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8554999_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673719013414","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8554999"},{"teacherId":7842681,"projectId":10013228,"letterContent":"Oh what a happy and clean new year we have been having thanks to you! I am so thankful and relieved to have the supplies needed to help keep our classroom safe, healthy and clean. Our restrooms are inside our classroom, so keeping those clean and smelling nice is important. Being able to keep our desktops and tabletops sanitized will also help cut down on germs and sickness. \r\n\r\nThe students love to take part in the cleaning, so the disinfectant wipes are perfect. We eat breakfast in our classroom, so there is spilled milk or juice from time to time. It has been so nice to just whip out the Swiffer mop and take care of it, not having to call and wait on the already very busy janitor. \r\nWithout your support, it would not be as nice and convenient to clean our room.\r\nI appreciate your generosity and kindness very much and wish you all the best in 2026!","fullyFundedDate":1769655977771,"projectUrl":"project/a-clean-new-year-in-2026/10013228/","projectTitle":"A Clean New Year in 2026!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7842681_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x15,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687056586400","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/smoyer2"},{"teacherId":7842681,"projectId":9859547,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Spreading Holiday Cheer With Reading and Gifts.\" When the books and other materials arrived, my students were so happy! \r\nSeeing their faces light up as they realized these wonderful, new books were specifically bought for them was a truly heartwarming moment for our entire classroom. Students enjoyed having the new books as classroom read-alouds and then to read again on their own throughout the week.\r\nWe enjoyed our hot chocolate along with another second grade class, so they loved being able to share and visit with friends. Being able to take part in special times like this is what makes coming to school more fun and creates memories they will have for years.","fullyFundedDate":1761757908555,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-holiday-cheer-with-reading-and/9859547/","projectTitle":"Spreading Holiday Cheer With Reading and Gifts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7842681_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x15,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687056586400","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/smoyer2"},{"teacherId":7842681,"projectId":9859621,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity in providing these \"Holiday Brain Busters\" workbooks for my 2nd-grade students. When the boxes arrived, and I began unpacking the colorful materials, the room was buzzing with excitement. My students were happy to have something \"just for them\" that felt both like a treat and a challenge.\r\n\r\nWe have been using these resources during our morning transition time and as an engaging option for fast finishers. It has been a joy to watch them dive into the puzzles and activities with such focus. \r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students had a tangible way to keep their minds sharp and engaged during the hectic holiday season. Thank you for being a vital part of our classroom community and for investing in the bright futures of these wonderful children!","fullyFundedDate":1763038067392,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-brain-busters/9859621/","projectTitle":"Holiday Brain Busters","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7842681_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x15,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687056586400","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/smoyer2"},{"teacherId":9714876,"projectId":9837108,"letterContent":"I am truly humbled by your generosity, and I want to express my deepest thanks for choosing to spend your hard-earned resources providing for my students. In a world where teachers and students often have to \"make do,\" your decision to invest in our classroom has provided us with a key tool we needed to succeed.\r\n\r\nYour gift has made an incredible difference in our classroom. These headphones have fundamentally changed the way my students interact with their curriculum. In a special needs classroom, learning is rarely \"one size fits all,\" and your gift has allowed us to embrace this. With these headphones, my students can now use audio-assisted reading and speech-to-text tools simultaneously without creating a chaotic environment. This has directly led to an increase in their stamina; students who previously became frustrated within minutes are now staying engaged for entire tutorial blocks because they can finally hear their lessons clearly and without the distraction of background noise.\r\n\r\nFrom a teaching perspective, these materials have revolutionized my small-group rotations. Previously, I had to limit the use of technology because the overlapping audio from different devices made it impossible for me to conduct a focused guided-reading group at the same time. Now, because each student is immersed in their own \"audio workspace,\" I can work intensely with a small group of learners while the rest of the class remains productive and independent. Your donation has effectively allowed me to be in \"two places at once,\" ensuring that every student gets the tailored support they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1764687757282,"projectUrl":"project/tune-in-and-shine-on-headphones-for-foc/9837108/","projectTitle":"Tune In and Shine On: Headphones for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tyree","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9714876_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725056375374","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tyree"},{"teacherId":7842681,"projectId":9919445,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to be able to participate in their very first compassion project. When the items arrived for the elderly residents, they wanted to know why each item was needed. We had many discussions, and it was evident that most students had never known anyone in assisted living or ever imagined the elderly being lonely or in need of compassion. They got really excited knowing they could help. They made so many cards and wished they could go and deliver them. I took lots of pictures to share with them so they could see the lives they helped touch. I feel it was a wonderful experience and a true show of compassion.\r\n\r\nI'd like to thank everyone again for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1764687757536,"projectUrl":"project/mustangs-show-compassion-part-2/9919445/","projectTitle":"Mustangs Show Compassion Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7842681_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x15,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687056586400","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/smoyer2"},{"teacherId":7842681,"projectId":9798374,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to be able to participate in their very first compassion project. When the items arrived for the elderly residents they wanted to know why each item was needed. We had many discussions and it was evident most students had never known anyone in assisted living or ever imagined the elderly being lonely or in need of compassion. They got really excited knowing they could help. They made so many cards and wished they could go and deliver them. I took lots of pictures to share with them so they could see the lives they helped touch. I feel it was a wonderful experience and a true show of compassion. \r\nI'd like to thank all donors again for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1761251563484,"projectUrl":"project/mustangs-show-compassion/9798374/","projectTitle":"Mustangs Show Compassion!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7842681_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x15,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687056586400","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/smoyer2"},{"teacherId":8927595,"projectId":9847829,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind donation to our classroom! When my students walked in and saw our hot chocolate bar, their book and reading buddy they were so excited! \r\nMy students had the absolute best time at our Night Before Christmas party! We wore our pjs, drank hot chocolate (with all the fixings), read to our stuffies and watched Christmas movies! We even moved our desks to the back of the room and laid out blankets and pillows to really get comfy! \r\nThere is no way I would be able to do all the special things I do in my room without you! My students and I are so incredibly grateful for your generosity! Third grade is a tough year, there are lots of firsts! The biggest one, and most times the most stressful, is the state test. I love to be able to provide my students with fun and relaxing days and because of you I was able to do that. Thank you so very much!!!","fullyFundedDate":1761757908539,"projectUrl":"project/night-before-christmas-at-school/9847829/","projectTitle":"Night Before Christmas, At School!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shuler (Burns)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8927595_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673634992939","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rachel-burns"},{"teacherId":7842681,"projectId":9734148,"letterContent":"I appreciate your kindness and generosity towards my classroom. I am excited to be able to provide reading passages, extra math fluency practice, independent writing exercises, as well as independent STEM challenges to my students. These resources may be uploaded into our Google Classroom online or printed and used in our classroom at school. The resources may be used as center activities, homework, or seatwork. I can choose which based on my students' individual needs. Thanks for your help getting these resources and making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1758656855457,"projectUrl":"project/resources-for-enrichment-and-remediation/9734148/","projectTitle":"Resources for Enrichment and Remediation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7842681_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x15,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687056586400","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/smoyer2"},{"teacherId":7842681,"projectId":9740616,"letterContent":"My students and I all love our new Storyworks magazines! Each issue correlates with the learning standards for second grade so it has made planning a breeze. Each issue also includes skills practice that is fun and engaging for kids and has extension activities that promote even further learning. One of the extensions is to write a letter. This is one of our favorites. I can actually see writing skills improving after each lesson.\r\nThere is such a great variety of genres that there is something that each student loves.\r\nWe have used it several times as a whole class together, but I plan to use Storyworks for small groups as well. Thanks again for making this possible for us!","fullyFundedDate":1759083048952,"projectUrl":"project/storyworks-works/9740616/","projectTitle":"StoryWorks Works!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7842681_orig.jpg?crop=273,273,x15,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687056586400","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/smoyer2"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_15328","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":402,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":73,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":9,"percentWhite":75,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"14.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":15.5,"schoolId":15328,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Strayhorn Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Strayhorn Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/mississippi/tate-county-school-district/strayhorn-elementary-school/15328"}