{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dexter K-8 School","outOfStateSupporters":33.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":235101,"projectId":10492998,"letterContent":"Thanks to your continued support and generosity, my students have been able to have WONDERFUL SOUND in music thanks to your donation to our project, \"LISTEN UP!\" With the new addition of our new speaker, we are able to play and hear wonderful music! Thanks again for your kindness. It is amazing what a high, quality speaker will do to our listening lab and hearing the wonderful music we are learning about in class!\r\n\r\nYour support is essential to our success, and we are greatly appreciative of your donations!","fullyFundedDate":1787320707888,"projectUrl":"project/listen-up/10492998/","projectTitle":"Listen Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Neria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp235101_orig.jpg?crop=288,288,x12,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786935720480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/neriarl"},{"teacherId":235101,"projectId":10471307,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support for our \"Performance & Program Ready\" project! My students were so excited to enter my classroom and see the beautiful decorations that we will be using throughout the year. The tablecloths will be used as backdrops and decorations, which will make our school look fabulous! Without your support, we would not have the items necessary to transform our school building into a magical place!\r\n\r\nThanks again for your generosity and support to provide our students a wonderful first semester!","fullyFundedDate":1787320713542,"projectUrl":"project/performance-program-ready/10471307/","projectTitle":"Performance & Program Ready!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Neria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp235101_orig.jpg?crop=288,288,x12,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786935720480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/neriarl"},{"teacherId":235101,"projectId":10421268,"letterContent":"Wow! Thanks to your generous donations, my ORFF classroom is definitely \"orff\" to a great start! The impact this project is going to have on my students will be great! Each student will have their very own recorder to learn to play and read music together as a class. Without your contribution, many of my students would not have the opportunity to play recorder. I am so thankful for your generosity! Also, having another rolling rack to put our bass xylophone on will be wonderful to allow all students to be able to play. Thanks again for supporting me and my students!\r\nWe are so thankful for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1786541748374,"projectUrl":"project/orff-to-a-great-start/10421268/","projectTitle":"Orff to a Great Start!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Neria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp235101_orig.jpg?crop=288,288,x12,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786935720480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/neriarl"},{"teacherId":235101,"projectId":10015733,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for our new round, musical carpet! It is such a lovely addition to our classroom! My students are so excited as they march into the classroom and are able to move about the circle as we keep the steady beat. \r\nWhen my students first entered the classroom this year, they were overjoyed to see the beautiful new rug! Having a nice, colorful spot to sit on during class has also been a plus for our class. Thanks to your generosity, my classroom is such an inviting place for my students to enter and learn.","fullyFundedDate":1778262002311,"projectUrl":"project/magical-musical-carpet/10015733/","projectTitle":"Magical Musical Carpet","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Neria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp235101_orig.jpg?crop=288,288,x12,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786935720480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/neriarl"},{"teacherId":4962584,"projectId":10070970,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom! Because of your kindness, our students now have classroom guitars and chalkboard wallpaper that are already making a meaningful difference in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite moments was watching the students' faces light up when they first saw the guitars. They were excited to hold real instruments, eager to learn their first chords, and couldn't wait to make music together. The chalkboard wallpaper has also transformed our classroom, giving us a creative space to write music notes, practice rhythms, brainstorm song ideas, and work together during lessons.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using the guitars in our music lessons to build basic playing skills, rhythm, and confidence. Students are learning simple chords and songs while also working on teamwork through group performances. The chalkboard wall has become a collaborative learning space where students can practice notation, compose short melodies, and share their musical ideas with classmates.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue developing their guitar skills, explore songwriting, and participate in classroom performances that celebrate their growth. These new resources are helping create a classroom where creativity, collaboration, and confidence flourish every day.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their success. Your generosity has given them opportunities that will inspire a lifelong love of music and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1778262002656,"projectUrl":"project/symphony-of-success/10070970/","projectTitle":"Symphony of Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4962584_orig.jpg?crop=396,396,x0,y77&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722397459167","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lashondrasims"},{"teacherId":4566574,"projectId":10076553,"letterContent":"I want to thank you so very much for your donation to this project. This project has made a great difference in my professional practice and I am truly grateful. With the microphone and headset, I am able to move around and not stay in the same place so that I can monitor and provide immediate feedback to my students. With the voice amplifier, I can have great instruction outside and in my classroom. My students love it and it gives students that have low voices and opportunity to lead and project. We are looking forward to securing additional resources so that we can continue to be great in physical fitness. With your help, I am able to be a game changer for my students. You Rock!","fullyFundedDate":1778225476334,"projectUrl":"project/stem-power-play-in-my-class/10076553/","projectTitle":"STEM Power Play in My Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4566574_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525797269757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4566574"},{"teacherId":4566574,"projectId":10076554,"letterContent":"I want to thank you so very much for giving to this project. It shows that there are people that love children and the need for student to remain active an engaged. The materials were very much needed and appreciated. The practice hurdles were a game changer, and I felt so good seeing the students improve and get better each day. The students practiced on their exchanges, and we had several first and second places. \r\nLooking ahead, the next steps for my students involve using the newly marked track in future PE lessons. They will now have a clearer and safer space to practice running drills, races, and other physical activities, which will help improve their athletic skills and teamwork. Additionally, we plan to incorporate lessons on sportsmanship and the importance of maintaining public spaces, ensuring the track remains in good condition for future students to enjoy.","fullyFundedDate":1771961721687,"projectUrl":"project/track-it-up-2026/10076554/","projectTitle":"Track it Up 2026","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4566574_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525797269757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4566574"},{"teacherId":4566574,"projectId":10212660,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for giving to this project. This speaker/karaoke machine is going to have a monumental impact on the students with disabilities. My student love to get on the microphone and hear themselves talk, read, and sing. We love the fact that it has a screen, because my students love technology. We were also able to use the speaker for movies and exercise. They also want to do the activity every day. It is a great motivator. With your help, I am able to be a game changer for my students. You truly make the difference in the lives of the young people of today.","fullyFundedDate":1780680703276,"projectUrl":"project/sing-with-me-swd/10212660/","projectTitle":"Sing With Me SWD","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4566574_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525797269757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4566574"},{"teacherId":4566574,"projectId":10189268,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for giving to this project. These chargers are very much needed and appreciated. We needed these chargers for testing and they helped us tremendously. We had some computers that were loaners from the district. The chargers also helped us with Spring testing. They were able to complete their I-ready testing as well. The students were able to do their additional assignments and not worrying about sharing the charger. With your help, I am able to be a game changer for my students. You truly make the difference in the lives of the youth. You Rock!","fullyFundedDate":1776453770430,"projectUrl":"project/charge-it-up/10189268/","projectTitle":"Charge It Up","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4566574_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525797269757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4566574"},{"teacherId":235101,"projectId":9999033,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the rolling racks for my classroom! Students have been able to perform with the racks on stage, which made it much easier for them to reach, as well as transport. Begin able to move these instruments quickly has saved time in the classroom and also allowed more students to play due to them being easier to accommodate students' needs. I am so very thankful for your contributions to my classroom.\r\nHaving wonderful supporters like you have made it such a joy to share music with my students each day! Being able to provide my students with the materials and instruments has been such a blessing! Thanks again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1768400200555,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-instrument-racks/9999033/","projectTitle":"Rolling Instrument Racks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Neria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp235101_orig.jpg?crop=288,288,x12,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786935720480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/neriarl"},{"teacherId":4566574,"projectId":9793662,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for giving to this project. This technology is very much needed and appreciated. This iPad is going to be used in a variety of ways. The teacher and students will have access to this computer. One of the activities that my students are looking forward to doing their Flipgrid and Gimkit. Many of my students have never used the device. I also plan on teaching math and using the Apple Pencil. In addition to the device, the screen protector is a great addition to the device. My next task is to try to acquire additional technology to set up a center or small group station. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1767199110059,"projectUrl":"project/the-essential-duo-ipad-for-learning-pr/9793662/","projectTitle":"The Essential Duo: iPad for Learning, Protector for Durability","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4566574_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525797269757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4566574"},{"teacherId":235101,"projectId":9814402,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support for our winter program! My students were so excited to enter school each day with the beautiful decorations that were throughout our school. The backdrops and candy decorations made our school look like a winter wonderland for sure! Without your support, we would not have been able to transform our school building into a magical place!\r\nThe bracelets were also a wonderful treat for our students!\r\nThanks again for your generosity and support to provide our students a wonderful end to the first semester!","fullyFundedDate":1760693705491,"projectUrl":"project/winter-wonderland/9814402/","projectTitle":"Winter Wonderland","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Neria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp235101_orig.jpg?crop=288,288,x12,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786935720480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/neriarl"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_72070","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":831,"numTeachers":56,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":74,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.9,"schoolId":72070,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Dexter K-8 School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Dexter K-8 School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/tennessee/memphis-shelby-county-schools/dexter-elementary-school/72070"}