{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Barre City Elementary Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":40.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7066723,"projectId":9427867,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support to help purchase a carpet for my classroom. This has been the focal point of our classroom. We now have a gathering place where everyone can fit around and participate in our community learning. Each Wednesday we start our day gathering on the carpet for our ECO lesson. Students are also accessing read aloud and non-verbal play modeling on this very carpet. \r\n\r\nAll of this would not have been possible without the generosity of donors like you. From the bottom of all our hearts, THANK YOU! The stories this carpet will be able to tell at the end of the year will be full of learning opportunities, friendships, laughter, and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1755728910270,"projectUrl":"project/gathering-together/9427867/","projectTitle":"Gathering Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Collins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7066723_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583878819725","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-collins"},{"teacherId":5563375,"projectId":9002955,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our math classroom now feels a little more magical! Titles like One Grain of Rice and Sir Cumference and the Fraction Faire have already sparked thoughtful discussions and helped even my most reluctant learners lean into math with curiosity.\r\n\r\nOne memorable moment came when we read One Grain of Rice together. Students were stunned as the numbers grew through doubling, and many immediately grabbed scrap paper to test the math for themselves. What started as a story turned into an energetic math talk filled with predictions, problem-solving, and \"aha!\" moments. They were fully engaged, and several commented that math \"finally made sense\" when they could see it play out in the story.\r\n\r\nThese books are now a regular part of our lessons, serving as bridges between abstract math concepts and real-world thinking. Your support has given my students a joyful and creative way to see math everywhere. Thank you for helping to make math come alive for my young mathematicians!","fullyFundedDate":1734538333270,"projectUrl":"project/stories-that-stick-picture-books-for-mi/9002955/","projectTitle":"Stories That Stick: Picture Books For Middle School Mathematicians","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Krasofski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5563375_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532402402274","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/krasofski"},{"teacherId":5563375,"projectId":8535496,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Math Magic and Creative Crafting project! Because of your generosity, my 5th graders have the tools to make math hands-on, creative, and fun. One group even started creating a \"Trash\" style game for practicing multiples, and they couldn't wait to challenge their classmates.\r\n\r\nThe pens, markers, and sharpeners may seem like simple tools, but they have already had a big impact on the daily life of our classroom. During math block and intervention time, games like UNO and Phase Ten have helped reinforce number sequencing, quick recall, and strategy skills while building teamwork and laughter.\r\n\r\nThese materials are sparking joy and boosting confidence in math for all of my learners. The best part is seeing students who once dreaded math now excitedly asking, \"Can we play our game today?\" Your donation has truly turned our classroom into a place where math feels like play and creativity has no limits. We are so grateful for your support in making this magic happen.","fullyFundedDate":1723636530986,"projectUrl":"project/math-magic-and-creative-crafting-engagi/8535496/","projectTitle":"Math Magic And Creative Crafting: Engaging Minds in 5th Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Krasofski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5563375_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532402402274","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/krasofski"},{"teacherId":5563375,"projectId":8415070,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a space where creativity and calm go hand in hand. When my middle schoolers first opened the punch needle kits, their excitement was contagious. Students who often feel restless during the school day found themselves fully absorbed, focused, and proud of their progress.\r\n\r\nOne memorable moment came when a student who typically struggles with confidence held up her first finished piece and said, \"I can't believe I made this; it actually looks good!\" That sense of accomplishment spread quickly, as classmates admired each other's work and offered encouragement. The projects have become not only creative outlets but also conversation starters, with students trading tips on colors and patterns, and even brainstorming collaborative pieces to display in our school.\r\n\r\nNone of this would have been possible without your support! Thank you for helping us punch through stress and discover the joy of creating.","fullyFundedDate":1716387291403,"projectUrl":"project/punching-through-the-stress-punch-needl/8415070/","projectTitle":"Punching Through the Stress: Punch Needle Supplies for Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Krasofski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5563375_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532402402274","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/krasofski"},{"teacherId":5563375,"projectId":8367268,"letterContent":"Your generosity put embroidery needles, colorful threads, and fabric into the hands of my fifth and sixth graders, opening the door to a whole new way of learning and creating. During our \"Explore\" time, students discovered the joy of embroidery. This art teaches patience, focus, and self-expression in every stitch.\r\n\r\nFor many, this was first time trying a craft like this. As they thread their needles and bring their designs to life, they'll also be building fine motor skills, practicing perseverance and finding a quiet, mindful space in their day.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students not only learned a new skill, but also experienced the calming, creative benefits of working with their hands.","fullyFundedDate":1715279271394,"projectUrl":"project/unleashing-creativity-through-embroidery/8367268/","projectTitle":"Unleashing Creativity Through Embroidery","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Krasofski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5563375_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532402402274","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/krasofski"},{"teacherId":9131022,"projectId":8910029,"letterContent":"thank you so much for the incredible generosity you have shown us for this project. Our students were able to go skiing this winter, have outdoor tea time by the fire, go animal tracking, and learn about their environment right in our backyard. \r\nStudents look forward to this time every week. Outdoors is a place where everyone belongs and thrives. I look forward to continue building our class's outdoor education program connecting their learning to units of local history as well as community connections.\r\nThank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1734551391113,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-education/8910029/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9131022_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690973460175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9131022"},{"teacherId":7066723,"projectId":8863478,"letterContent":"I would like to thank you for your contributions to this classroom project. Thanks to donors like you all students in our classroom have their own sit spot for rug/floor time. Students are able to independently chose the color that they would like to sit on and it has helped us to learn more about personal space. Students know that their personal space is the space that the sit spot holds. Students have also learned if they enter the space and see the sit spots out that they can choose a place to sit and get ready for circle time. Such a small transition has made a HUGE difference. \r\n\r\nWe have enriched our science unit with mystery capsules allowing students to listen to the sound something makes without being able to get into the container or take a peek. These containers have also helped with students that like to put everything in their mouth, students are not able to get to the material in the capsule. \r\n\r\nFinally, we have been able to work on increasing our self help skills by learning how to wipe and clean our faces with the baby wipes that were a part of this project. Students are using the toothbrushes to learn and practice brushing their teeth and dental hygiene. We are able to keep the toothbrushes organized and sanitary thanks to the toothbrush holder. Students are following visuals to support their learning and independence with this activity. \r\n\r\nThank you for your continued support to help my students grow and learn. We will continue to do great things!","fullyFundedDate":1732044724755,"projectUrl":"project/self-care-and-science/8863478/","projectTitle":"Self-Care and Science!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Collins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7066723_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583878819725","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-collins"},{"teacherId":5563375,"projectId":8376686,"letterContent":"The \"Knots of Creativity: Inspiring Middle Schoolers Through Macramé Art\" project provided my middle school students with a unique opportunity to explore their creative potential while developing essential skills like patience, focus, and problem-solving. Macramé art not only taps into their artistic abilities but also encourages hands-on learning, a welcome break from screens and textbooks. This project brought materials such as cords, beads, dowels, and instructional guides into the classroom, allowing students to create beautiful, tangible works of art.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project goes beyond making crafts. Building confidence in students as they see their ideas come to life through their own hands in such a powerful experience. They learned to follow patterns, experiment with designs, and express their individuality, all while developing fine motor skills and spatial reasoning. These are critical skills that can enhance their performance in other academic areas, particularly math and engineering.\r\n\r\nThanks to this project, my students walked away with more than just a finished piece of art—they gained the confidence to tackle challenges, the ability to think critically and creatively, and a lifelong appreciation for craftsmanship. Your support will empower them to tie their learning, creativity, and self-expression into knots of success.","fullyFundedDate":1715018008158,"projectUrl":"project/knots-of-creativity-inspiring-middle-sc/8376686/","projectTitle":"Knots of Creativity: Inspiring Middle Schoolers Through Macramé Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Krasofski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5563375_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532402402274","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/krasofski"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_35335","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":801,"numTeachers":73,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":85,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":5,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"11.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":59.8,"schoolId":35335,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Barre City Elementary Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Barre City Elementary Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/vermont/barre-unified-union-school-district/barre-city-elementary-middle-school/35335"}