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It is wonderful to expose our students to the different genres of music so that they can have a vast knowledge of music and expand their horizons.","fullyFundedDate":1776342257880,"projectUrl":"project/singing-with-style/10187350/","projectTitle":"Singing with Style!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Collis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6018238_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669084218051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/collismusic"},{"teacherId":6018238,"projectId":10187319,"letterContent":"We are having an amazing time putting our Modern Band together. As soon as we received our supplies we had students playing the instruments. Replacing our chords also helped the sound quality of our other two guitars! More students were able to try the bass during class and now we have the ability to let our students take turns more often. Thank you so much for helping our to build our supply of modern band instruments so that more and more of our students have access to them and can play them during class! We are so grateful to you for this resource and for supporting the growth of our program!","fullyFundedDate":1776349448680,"projectUrl":"project/all-about-that-bass/10187319/","projectTitle":"All About that Bass!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Collis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6018238_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669084218051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/collismusic"},{"teacherId":9738298,"projectId":10157659,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting our project, \"Bright Minds: Tools to Highlight, Practice, and Celebrate Math Success.\" Your contributions have made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I am excited to share the impact you've had on my students.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these new resources, my students have been actively engaged in hands-on math practice that brings concepts to life. We've been using the tools during small group rotations, where students solve problems, highlight key information, and explain their thinking with greater confidence. One memorable moment was during a fraction lesson—students used the materials to visually break down problems, and I watched as several who previously struggled had \"aha\" moments right in front of me.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students were eager to explore everything, and their curiosity turned into motivation. They felt proud knowing that people beyond our classroom believed in their success, and that sense of support has boosted their confidence tremendously.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are building on this momentum by incorporating these tools into more collaborative problem-solving activities. Students will be working on real-world math projects where they apply their skills to scenarios like budgeting, measurement, and data analysis. These next steps will help deepen their understanding while continuing to make learning engaging and meaningful.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and investing in their growth. Your kindness has truly helped brighten their learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1774494377967,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-tools-to-highlight-practi/10157659/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds: Tools to Highlight, Practice, and Celebrate Math Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lopena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9738298"},{"teacherId":6018238,"projectId":9859249,"letterContent":"It has been so much fun participating in our \"Music Buddies\" program. We have really enjoyed getting to connect the Middle School and Elementary School Choruses! It has started to become like a big brother/sister feel. We have even moved forward into collaborating concerts and get togethers. The \"Music Buddies\" pen pal program has helped us to stay connected from a distance so that when we can together in person it's like greeting an old friend. Thank you for providing such fun materials for our students to prepare for each other and for helping us to stay connected and build relationships!","fullyFundedDate":1763929871607,"projectUrl":"project/music-buddies-a-pen-pal-program-for-our/9859249/","projectTitle":"Music Buddies! 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They are able to come to class more confident what they have learned and progress further and quicker in their musical skills. \r\nIt is such a great skills to learn self discipline and practice skills out of the classroom so that they are able to be more successful in the classroom. Thank you so much for helping us to continue growing our program and for providing a worthwhile experience for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1766955472487,"projectUrl":"project/practice-the-key-to-success-part-2/9849897/","projectTitle":"Practice: The \"Key\" to Success: Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Collis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6018238_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669084218051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/collismusic"},{"teacherId":6018238,"projectId":9849880,"letterContent":"We are grateful for this wonderful resource for our students. Many of our students do not have access to piano's or keyboards and home and having materials to be able to practice with at home makes a big difference. They are able to come to class more confident what they have learned and progress further and quicker in their musical skills. \r\nIt is such a great skills to learn self discipline and practice skills out of the classroom so that they are able to be more successful in the classroom. Thank you so much for helping us to continue growing our program and for providing a worthwhile experience for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1767213496021,"projectUrl":"project/practice-the-key-to-success-part-1/9849880/","projectTitle":"Practice: The \"Key\" to Success: Part 1","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Collis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6018238_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669084218051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/collismusic"},{"teacherId":9453530,"projectId":9851556,"letterContent":"When my students received their binders and pencils, their faces lit up with excitement and pride. For some, it was the first time they had their own complete set of school supplies—and that moment meant everything.\r\n\r\nNow, every day starts differently. Instead of searching for materials, my students come in prepared, organized, and ready to learn. I've watched their confidence grow as they open their binders, take ownership of their work, and fully engage in our lessons.\r\n\r\nOne moment I'll never forget was during a math activity—every student was ready, focused, and participating. It may seem small, but for us, it was powerful.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are not just learning math—they are learning responsibility, independence, and pride in themselves.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in them.","fullyFundedDate":1762266249835,"projectUrl":"project/help-build-responsibility-through-binder/9851556/","projectTitle":"Help Build Responsibility Through Binders, Pencils, and Daily Preparation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Apila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9453530"},{"teacherId":9453530,"projectId":9710989,"letterContent":"Because of you, something special is happening in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the \"Crack the Code\" math stations, their eyes lit up with excitement. What used to feel challenging and intimidating now feels like a game they want to play. I watched students who usually stay quiet begin to speak up, work together, and celebrate each small success as they solved problems and unlocked each code.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stood out was seeing a group of students cheer when they finally cracked a difficult problem—something they would have once given up on. That confidence is something your support helped build.\r\n\r\nNow, my students are not just solving math problems—they are thinking, collaborating, and believing in themselves. Next, they'll even begin creating their own \"code-breaking\" challenges, becoming leaders in their own learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students joy, confidence, and a new way to experience math. Your kindness is making a real difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1765215083004,"projectUrl":"project/crack-the-code-math-station-boxes-for-c/9710989/","projectTitle":"Crack the Code: Math Station Boxes for Creative Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Apila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9453530"},{"teacherId":9453530,"projectId":9913280,"letterContent":"Thank you for making our project, \"Boosting Math Achievement with Essential Supplies,\" a reality. Because of you, my students walked into a classroom filled with tools that made them feel excited, capable, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, their faces lit up. One student said, \"Math is actually fun now!\" That moment meant everything.\r\n\r\nWe now use these supplies every day—students solve problems on whiteboards, share their thinking, and build confidence together. They are no longer afraid to make mistakes; instead, they are eager to try.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students don't just learn math—they believe in themselves.\r\n\r\nThank you for being part of our classroom story.","fullyFundedDate":1763996370445,"projectUrl":"project/boosting-math-achievement-with-essential/9913280/","projectTitle":"Boosting Math Achievement with Essential Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Apila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9453530"},{"teacherId":9453530,"projectId":9913359,"letterContent":"Because of your kindness, I've seen something truly special happen in my classroom.\r\n\r\nOne of my students used to avoid participating. They would look down, unsure, and rarely shared their thinking. But the first time we used our new whiteboards, something changed. They solved a problem, looked up, and slowly held up their answer. When I smiled and said, \"You got it,\" their face lit up—and since then, they haven't looked back.\r\n\r\nThese materials have made learning feel safe, interactive, and exciting. Students are no longer afraid to try because they know mistakes are part of the process. They are more confident, more engaged, and more willing to take risks.\r\n\r\nTo you, these may be simple tools. But to my students, they are opportunities—to be seen, to be heard, and to believe in themselves.\r\n\r\nThank you for making moments like this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1765139871735,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-instruction-through-durable-le/9913359/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Instruction Through Durable Learning Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Apila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9453530"},{"teacherId":9453530,"projectId":9922438,"letterContent":"Your kindness has made a real difference in my classroom. When my students saw the headphones and markers, their faces lit up with excitement—they couldn't wait to use them.\r\n\r\nNow, my students are more focused, confident, and engaged. With the headphones, they can learn at their own pace, replay lessons, and truly understand the math. With the markers, they eagerly solve problems, share ideas, and participate in ways they didn't before.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stood out was watching a struggling student quietly replay a lesson, then smile after finally getting the answer right. That confidence is because of you.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students are growing as learners and beginning to believe in themselves. We will continue using these tools as we take on new challenges and build even stronger math skills.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1766331961871,"projectUrl":"project/focused-learning-with-headphones-and-mar/9922438/","projectTitle":"Focused Learning With Headphones and Markers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Apila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9453530"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_3225","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":365,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":42,"percentWhite":36,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":10,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"17.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":50.7,"schoolId":3225,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ayden Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ayden Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/pitt-county-schools/ayden-middle-school/3225"}