{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10428560,"projectId":10082896,"letterContent":"The printer allows me to create visual aids, learning centers, and customized activities that align with our lessons. For example, I can quickly print letter cards, math games, and picture supports that help students build vocabulary, recognize sounds, and develop early math skills. \r\nSeveral students have especially benefited from these resources, particularly those who need additional visual support or hands-on practice. For example, some of my emerging bilingual students rely on printed visuals and labeled pictures to better understand concepts and participate in classroom activities. Other students who are still developing fine motor or early literacy skills gain confidence when they can interact with printed tracing sheets, matching activities, and personalized learning materials.\r\nOverall, this project has allowed me to better meet the diverse needs of my students by providing consistent, high-quality resources. Your support is helping create a classroom environment where all students can grow, explore, and succeed. Thank you for investing in our learning community.","fullyFundedDate":1774963774541,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-classroom-growth-through-esse/10082896/","projectTitle":"Supporting Classroom Growth through essential classroom tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Colon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10428560_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774985651554","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10428560"},{"teacherId":6147063,"projectId":9881037,"letterContent":"With the new resources, we have been learning about the structure of birdhouses and how birds build their nests to protect their babies and themselves from different types of weather. Students explored the parts of a birdhouse and discussed why strong structures are important for safety and survival. The materials allowed them to better understand how design and structure work together in nature.\r\n\r\nMy students were super excited when they saw the new materials! They were so happy to know they would have everything they needed to fully participate and learn. Their excitement made the lesson even more special, and they were eager to get started right away.\r\n\r\nThe next step in our project is for students to design and build their own model birdhouses using the materials provided. They will apply what they learned about structure, protection, and weather resistance. After building, students will present their designs and explain how their birdhouse would keep birds safe. This hands-on experience will help strengthen their understanding of engineering, creativity, and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this meaningful learning experience possible for our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1763564676179,"projectUrl":"project/stem-builders-from-birdhouses-to-brains/9881037/","projectTitle":"STEM Builders: From Birdhouses to Brainstorms!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6147063_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727897310126","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6147063"},{"teacherId":6141049,"projectId":9698951,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our DonorsChoose project and giving my students the gift of meaningful, hands-on learning! Because of your generosity, we were able to receive the Lakeshore Early Math Instant Learning Centers Complete Set and the counting and measurement activity tins, and it has already transformed how we explore math in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe have been using these math centers during our daily math workshop time, especially in small groups. The students love working with the colorful manipulatives and activity charts that allow up to four children to play and learn together. They practice essential early math skills like patterning, counting, comparing numbers, and basic addition and subtraction through games and activities that feel like play but build real understanding.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on their faces when the boxes arrived was unforgettable! Many students immediately gathered around the materials and couldn't wait to try everything out. One of my English language learners proudly exclaimed, \"I did math all by myself!\" after completing an activity independently. That moment reminded me how important engaging, student-centered resources are for building confidence and joy in learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue to use these centers to reinforce our current math lessons and help students deepen their number sense. These materials are especially helpful for differentiated practice and give all students a chance to succeed, whether they're ready for new challenges or need extra support mastering foundational skills.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support and for taking an interest in our classroom journey. Your contribution makes a real difference, and we are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1761854314782,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math-for-growing-minds/9698951/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Math for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6141049_orig.jpg?crop=368,368,x0,y11&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726711546398","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6141049"},{"teacherId":8517832,"projectId":9478301,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our Gifted and Talented program at our Title I school. Your support has brought so much excitement, joy, and curiosity into our classroom, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Our students have been eagerly exploring all the new STEM materials in our Maker-space. The moment they saw the boxes arrive, they kept asking, \"Is this for us?\" Their faces lit up with amazement, gratitude, and pride. These supplies have given them the chance to create, build, imagine, and problem-solve in ways that were not previously possible.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n We've already put the resources to great use! During fall break, students worked together to design and build a replica of Texas' own Big Tex from the State Fair. For Halloween, they engineered \"Bone Bridges,\" applying STEM principles in a creative and spooky way. This month, we are diving into Thanksgiving-themed challenges, including our \"Turkey Troubles\" project where students are using the materials to create their very own Turkey Transporters. These hands-on activities have allowed them to collaborate, think critically, and bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Your generosity has made a meaningful impact on our classroom and has shown our students that there are people in the world who believe in them and want to support their learning. We are extremely grateful that you chose to invest in their growth and help make their educational experiences truly beautiful.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Thank you again for helping us build a space where creativity and curiosity thrive. We appreciate you more than words can express!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nMrs. Mayes-Buchanan 😊","fullyFundedDate":1755824957170,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-and-bright/9478301/","projectTitle":"Hands-on and Bright!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mayes-(Buchanan)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8517832_orig.jpg?crop=441,441,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657325064465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jmayesbuchanan"},{"teacherId":6147063,"projectId":9471771,"letterContent":"I want to extend a heartfelt thank-you for your generous support of our classroom project. Your contribution has brought so much excitement and possibility into our learning space!\r\n\r\nThe moment I introduced the new resources, my students' faces lit up with curiosity and joy. They immediately began exploring and asking, \"Can we use this for our project?\" One of the most memorable moments was during our read aloud of the book \"Be a maker\" The students were able to get more ideas for building and creating. \r\n\r\nYour donation hasn't just supplied tools—it has sparked inspiration and opened doors to deeper learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for making this experience possible. Your kindness is making a lasting impact in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1753034552686,"projectUrl":"project/readers-and-creators/9471771/","projectTitle":"Readers and Creators!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6147063_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727897310126","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6147063"},{"teacherId":6147063,"projectId":9461734,"letterContent":"I hope you're doing well. I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our classroom. Thanks to your donation, my students and I have been able to dive into exciting new learning experiences with our new resources!\r\n\r\nFrom the moment I open the materials, the room was filled with wide eyes and excited chatter. One of my favorite moments was watching a group of students eagerly gather around the the new set of legos, immediately brainstorming how they could use it for our structure theme of the year.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just supply materials—it opened doors for creativity, confidence, and deeper learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students. Your support is making a lasting impact, and I can't wait to share more of our journey with you!","fullyFundedDate":1752709654070,"projectUrl":"project/boom-new-opportunities-for-my-readers-a/9461734/","projectTitle":"Boom! New Opportunities for My Readers and Creators!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6147063_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727897310126","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6147063"},{"teacherId":9414348,"projectId":9046682,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom has become a more interactive and efficient learning space. Adding dry-erase markers, Ticonderoga pencils, whiteboards, and whiteboard erasers has had an immediate and meaningful impact on teaching and learning. \r\n Students now have whiteboards, allowing them to participate in lessons actively, show their thinking in real time, and confidently engage in peer collaboration. The dry erase markers and erasers are used daily for math practice, quick reviews, and small group instruction, giving students a safe space to make mistakes and learn from them. The Ticonderoga pencils, known for their quality and durability, ensure that our ability to write and take notes remains consistent and frustration-free. The cleaning wipes help us keep our materials in excellent condition, teaching students responsibility and care for shared resources. \r\n Your support has not only provided essential tools but also encouraged student engagement, boosted confidence, and fostered a classroom culture of collaboration and ownership. Thank you for making such a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1738779877250,"projectUrl":"project/restocking-the-essentials-tools-for-lea/9046682/","projectTitle":"Restocking the Essentials: Tools for Learning Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Riley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9414348"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_108536","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":856,"numTeachers":58,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":91,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":75.4,"schoolId":108536,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/mesquite-independent-school-district/henrie-elementary/108536"}