Jeannette Myhre
About
Jeannette Myhre Elementary School was constructed in 1972 with additions in 1974 and 1977 and was named after a former principal, Jeannette Myhre, who was a devoted teacher and principal of Wachter School from 1924 to 1966. It currently serves roughly 275 students and is located at 919 S 12th St in Bismarck.
For those that would like more information or to give to Myhre’s annual Quarter Giving sale, please click here.
Volunteer
Jeannette Myhre is thankful for their volunteers that help make a difference for their student’s each and every school day. Volunteer opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- Reading Volunteers- Volunteer to come and read to our students within the classroom setting
- Crossing Guards- Help provide safe passage along Myhre’s busy streets
- Event Volunteers- There is always a need for extra help at after-school events.
Please contact Myhre’s secretary at 701-323-4200 to find out more ways that you can become involved today!
Give Today
Jeannette Myhre Elementary
Donation Category Details
Playground Equipment
Play is important to healthy brain development as it allows children to use their creatively while developing their imagination, physical, and social/emotional strength. Jeannette Myhre is continually looking to enhance their playground equipment to ensure that all students, including those with physical restrictions may enjoy their recess.
Student Experiences
Field trips allow students to gain exposure to the world around them in a hands-on, memorable way. Funding would go to pay for any uncovered transport and admission fees.
Student Recognition
Reinforcing positive behavior and academic achievement through students recognition helps to guide students to showcase positive outcomes. Funding provided would be utilized for student prizes such as school apparel, reading materials, etc.
Student Needs
This funding would go to provide for students where basic needs have been identified. This would include, but not be limited to, personal hygiene products, lice shampoo, winter gloves, snow pants and coats, socks, underwear, etc.
Teacher Appreciation
Funding would go to provide appreciation gifts for teachers who a making a difference in the lives of our local youth. This could range from a small gift to a catered lunch for teachers.
Teacher Classroom Needs
There are certain needs within classrooms that are not currently funded through the existing budget. These would include Scholastic Books Sponsorship, playground balls, gum and mints (for testing), replacement school supplies (notebooks, markers, crayons, etc.), dry erase markers and Kleenex.
OUR MISSION
Partner with the BPS District to empower every learner to thrive by enhancing the services and recognition of students and staff.
Questions should be directed to:
Stacey Lang
Development Director
701-323-4093