{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Apollo Ridge Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":63.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2662515,"projectId":10221460,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of \"Cleared for Takeoff: Bringing Drone Flight & Careers to Students!\"**, my students will be taking their learning beyond the classroom and into the exciting world of drone technology!\r\n\r\nThe drones will be giving students hands-on opportunities to explore video production, technology, engineering, problem-solving, teamwork, and real-world aviation careers. They are especially excited to learn how to safely operate the drone, capture aerial footage, and see how technology they encounter in everyday life can be used in professional settings.\r\n\r\nFor many students, this project has opened their eyes to career possibilities they may never have considered before. Students who are naturally curious about technology have been especially eager to learn the controls, understand flight safety, and experiment with creative ways to use aerial video.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping students build confidence, technical skills, and curiosity while showing them that the technology they enjoy today can become a tool for their future careers.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our students get cleared for takeoff!","fullyFundedDate":1778189090206,"projectUrl":"project/cleared-for-takeoff-bringing-drone-flig/10221460/","projectTitle":"Cleared for Takeoff: Bringing Drone Flight & Careers to Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2662515_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y248&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692373736725","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/angel-stahl"},{"teacherId":2872669,"projectId":10099606,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our students through DonorsChoose! Your generous donation makes a meaningful difference in our music program by providing students with the equipment and resources they need to learn, grow, and perform at their best. Your support helps create opportunities that our students may not otherwise have and allows us to continue building a strong, successful music program. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students and their future!\r\n\r\nBecause of donors like you, our students have access to better tools and experiences that directly impact their education. Every contribution, large or small, helps us provide a stronger learning environment and gives our students the opportunity to develop their musical skills, build confidence, and experience the pride that comes from being part of a successful ensemble. Thank you for believing in our students and helping us give them the resources they deserve!","fullyFundedDate":1776121400562,"projectUrl":"project/capturing-our-sound-recording-equipment/10099606/","projectTitle":"Capturing Our Sound: Recording Equipment for Our Band Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Virag","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2872669_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1460807324536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2872669"},{"teacherId":2872669,"projectId":10099601,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our students through DonorsChoose! Your generous donation makes a meaningful difference in our music program by providing students with the equipment and resources they need to learn, grow, and perform at their best. Your support helps create opportunities that our students may not otherwise have and allows us to continue building a strong, successful music program. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students and their future!\r\n\r\nBecause of donors like you, our students have access to better tools and experiences that directly impact their education. Every contribution, large or small, helps us provide a stronger learning environment and gives our students the opportunity to develop their musical skills, build confidence, and experience the pride that comes from being part of a successful ensemble. Thank you for believing in our students and helping us give them the resources they deserve!","fullyFundedDate":1776117572876,"projectUrl":"project/strong-sticks-strong-sound-supporting/10099601/","projectTitle":"Strong Sticks, Strong Sound: Supporting Our Drumline","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Virag","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2872669_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1460807324536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2872669"},{"teacherId":2872669,"projectId":9959184,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our students through DonorsChoose! Your generous donation makes a meaningful difference in our music program by providing students with the equipment and resources they need to learn, grow, and perform at their best. Your support helps create opportunities that our students may not otherwise have and allows us to continue building a strong, successful music program. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students and their future!\r\n\r\nBecause of donors like you, our students have access to better tools and experiences that directly impact their education. Every contribution, large or small, helps us provide a stronger learning environment and gives our students the opportunity to develop their musical skills, build confidence, and experience the pride that comes from being part of a successful ensemble. Thank you for believing in our students and helping us give them the resources they deserve!","fullyFundedDate":1776106297660,"projectUrl":"project/hear-the-difference-fresh-drum-heads-fo/9959184/","projectTitle":"Hear the Difference: Fresh Drum Heads for Our Band","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Virag","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2872669_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1460807324536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2872669"},{"teacherId":2872669,"projectId":9891930,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, Clip, Clamp, and Carry On! Essential Gear for Marching Musicians. Because of your generosity, our students now have the tools they need to rehearse and perform with confidence. The right clips, clamps, and carrying equipment may seem small, but they make a tremendous difference in helping our musicians stay organized, secure their music, and focus on performing at their best. Your support ensures that our students can spend less time worrying about equipment and more time growing as musicians and teammates.\r\n\r\nMarching band is about much more than music. It builds discipline, resilience, teamwork, and pride. With dependable gear in their hands, our students can step onto the field ready to succeed. They learn that preparation matters, details matter, and that their community believes in them. For many of our young performers, this experience shapes not only their musical skills but also their confidence and character.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our entire band family, thank you for investing in our students. Your kindness directly impacts their daily rehearsals, Friday night performances, and every moment in between. We are so grateful for your belief in our program and in the power of music education. Because of you, our musicians are ready to clip, clamp, and carry on with pride!","fullyFundedDate":1765980032515,"projectUrl":"project/clip-clamp-and-carry-on-essential-gea/9891930/","projectTitle":"Clip, Clamp, and Carry On! Essential Gear for Marching Musicians","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Virag","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2872669_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1460807324536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2872669"},{"teacherId":2872669,"projectId":9955472,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, Upgrade the Sound: Essential Gear for Essential Players! Because of you, our students now have access to the equipment they need to rehearse, perform, and grow with confidence. These resources may seem simple, but they make a powerful difference in helping our musicians focus on learning, refining their skills, and expressing themselves fully.\r\n\r\nYour contribution directly supports students who are passionate about music and eager to improve. When students have reliable, high-quality equipment, they can concentrate on developing tone, technique, and teamwork instead of worrying about worn or broken materials. This upgrade strengthens not only their individual performance, but also the overall sound and success of our entire ensemble.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity reminds our students that their hard work matters and that their community believes in them. That encouragement goes far beyond the classroom or rehearsal space. Thank you for investing in their growth, their creativity, and their future. We are incredibly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1765650041086,"projectUrl":"project/upgrade-the-sound-essential-gear-for-es/9955472/","projectTitle":"Upgrade the Sound: Essential Gear for Essential Players!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Virag","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2872669_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1460807324536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2872669"},{"teacherId":2872669,"projectId":9754624,"letterContent":"Music to our ears! Our project for new USA-made mallets has been fully realized thanks to you.\r\n\r\nOur percussion section is finally equipped with the tools they need to succeed. These mallets provide a superior tone that makes our mallet instruments sing. Seeing the pride the students take in using \"the good stuff\" is truly a great part of being a director. Before your donation, we were using worn-out mallets that made our beautiful xylophones and marimbas sound harsh.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a champion for the arts in our schools!","fullyFundedDate":1760693531959,"projectUrl":"project/made-in-the-usa-xylophone-mallets-for-o/9754624/","projectTitle":"Made in the USA: Xylophone Mallets for Our Flourishing Band","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Virag","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2872669_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1460807324536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2872669"},{"teacherId":2872669,"projectId":9667837,"letterContent":"We are writing to express our profound thanks for your recent and incredibly generous contributions. Your decision to provide us with these essential new resources has touched our entire community and filled our space with a renewed sense of possibility.\r\n\r\nIt is difficult to put into words the exact scale of the change we are witnessing, but the impact is already felt in every corner of our program. Because of your support:\r\n\r\nPotential is being unlocked: These additions have opened doors that were previously closed, allowing for a level of growth we simply couldn't reach before.\r\n\r\nThe environment has been transformed: There is a palpable shift in energy and focus. The atmosphere is now one of elevated excellence and inspiration.\r\n\r\nThe future looks brighter: Having these tools in hand ensures that our mission can continue with greater strength, precision, and joy.\r\n\r\nYou haven't just given us \"things\"; you have provided the means for us to reach our highest aspirations. 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Your decision to provide us with these essential new resources has touched our entire community and filled our space with a renewed sense of possibility.\r\n\r\nIt is difficult to put into words the exact scale of the change we are witnessing, but the impact is already felt in every corner of our program. Because of your support:\r\n\r\nPotential is being unlocked: These additions have opened doors that were previously closed, allowing for a level of growth we simply couldn't reach before.\r\n\r\nThe environment has been transformed: There is a palpable shift in energy and focus. The atmosphere is now one of elevated excellence and inspiration.\r\n\r\nThe future looks brighter: Having these tools in hand ensures that our mission can continue with greater strength, precision, and joy.\r\n\r\nYou haven't just given us \"things\"; you have provided the means for us to reach our highest aspirations. We are move moved by your belief in what we do and your commitment to helping us move forward.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness, your vision, and your remarkable generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1760693818436,"projectUrl":"project/patriotic-pulse-help-our-bass-drums-boo/9472781/","projectTitle":"Patriotic Pulse: Help Our Bass Drums Boom for Our Veterans!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Virag","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2872669_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1460807324536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2872669"},{"teacherId":2872669,"projectId":9719039,"letterContent":"We are writing to express our profound thanks for your recent and incredibly generous contributions. Your decision to provide us with these essential new resources has touched our entire community and filled our space with a renewed sense of possibility.\r\n\r\nIt is difficult to put into words the exact scale of the change we are witnessing, but the impact is already felt in every corner of our program. Because of your support:\r\n\r\nPotential is being unlocked: These additions have opened doors that were previously closed, allowing for a level of growth we simply couldn't reach before.\r\n\r\nThe environment has been transformed: There is a palpable shift in energy and focus. The atmosphere is now one of elevated excellence and inspiration.\r\n\r\nThe future looks brighter: Having these tools in hand ensures that our mission can continue with greater strength, precision, and joy.\r\n\r\nYou haven't just given us \"things\"; you have provided the means for us to reach our highest aspirations. We are move moved by your belief in what we do and your commitment to helping us move forward.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness, your vision, and your remarkable generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1758546537310,"projectUrl":"project/new-instruments/9719039/","projectTitle":"NEW Instruments","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Virag","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2872669_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1460807324536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2872669"},{"teacherId":2662515,"projectId":9712918,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our Elevating Video Production project a reality! We are especially grateful to Ripple for their generous support in helping fund this project. Because of your kindness, our 8th grade storytellers now have access to drone technology that brings a whole new perspective to our video production work. What was once a basic classroom activity has transformed into an engaging, hands-on learning experience where students build creativity, collaboration, and real-world technical skills.\r\n\r\nStudents are already excited as they begin to learn, plan, capture, and edit dynamic aerial footage. Through this project, they will be introduced to future career opportunities that use drone technology, including filmmaking, journalism, engineering, mapping, public safety, and commercial drone operations. These experiences will help students connect classroom learning to emerging careers and imagine possibilities for their own futures.\r\n\r\nThank you again to Ripple and all of our donors for believing in our students and investing in innovative, future-focused learning. Your support is making a lasting impact in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1758723558995,"projectUrl":"project/elevating-video-production-introducing/9712918/","projectTitle":"Elevating Video Production: Introducing Drones to Empower 8th Grade Storytellers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2662515_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y248&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692373736725","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/angel-stahl"},{"teacherId":2662515,"projectId":9486876,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is more organized and comfortable than ever! The two-pocket folders have become an essential part of our daily routine—helping students keep track of assignments, notes, and project materials. 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