{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Benjamin Franklin Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":22.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9070074,"projectId":10512665,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting \"Supplies, Support, and Celebrations!\" Your generosity has helped provide everyday essentials while making our classroom a place where students feel cared for and recognized.\r\n\r\nWe are using the pencils, highlighters, markers, and rulers for daily assignments and science notebook activities. During a recent lesson on atoms, elements, and molecules, students used these supplies to highlight important vocabulary and create colorful drawings to show their understanding. Having materials available helps students get started and focus on learning.\r\n\r\nStudents were excited to see the new supplies, especially the birthday bracelets! These small celebrations help students feel remembered and valued. The Kleenex also helps us keep our classroom comfortable and ready for the school day.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue building their science notebooks, using diagrams, vocabulary, and written explanations to demonstrate what they are learning. These resources will support their work throughout the year while allowing us to celebrate birthdays along the way.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our students feel prepared, supported, and celebrated!","fullyFundedDate":1787196057323,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-support-and-celebrations/10512665/","projectTitle":"Supplies, Support, and Celebrations!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Welch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9070074_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x551,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719859207931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9070074"},{"teacherId":7864855,"projectId":10334518,"letterContent":"Thank you sincerely for the supplies for my students. \r\nI will introduce the book Plague next week as we learn about viruses and bacteria. My students are very excited. \r\nOur frog dissection is coming up! The enhanced frog anatomy model will be extremely helpful. It is 24\"x18\"! My colleagues are also excited to use it to enhance understanding. \r\nThe chair feet covers have helped minimize the grinding sound from 30 chairs scooting in and out each hour.\r\nFinally, my students would probably tell you they are most thankful for Guess Who? and Mastermind. They enjoy playing these games at the end of class and have become pros at setting up a game in record time. \r\n\r\nThank you all again.","fullyFundedDate":1788474562369,"projectUrl":"project/expanding-opportunities-for-discovery-an/10334518/","projectTitle":"Expanding opportunities for discovery and community in 7th grade science","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hostetter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7864855_orig.jpg?crop=403,403,x32,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628442160624","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7864855"},{"teacherId":8039012,"projectId":10302078,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our 7th grade resource room! Your kindness and generosity help us create a welcoming, supportive learning environment where all students can feel successful, confident, and encouraged to do their best.\r\n\r\nThe materials and resources made possible through your donations will help our students build important academic skills, stay engaged in learning, and work toward their individual goals. In our resource room, every student learns in their own way and at their own pace, and having the right tools can make a meaningful difference in their daily success.\r\n\r\nYour support shows our students that others believe in their abilities and want to see them succeed. We are truly grateful for your willingness to invest in their education and help provide opportunities for growth, independence, and achievement.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in the lives of our students and helping make our classroom an even better place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1783696654226,"projectUrl":"project/new-room-new-year/10302078/","projectTitle":"New Room New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maisenbacher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8039012"},{"teacherId":4258179,"projectId":10464522,"letterContent":"The day came and students walked into the classroom to four Amazon boxes and couldn't wait to open the boxes to see what was inside. Once opened, students saw their potential for their next projects, black frames. \r\nStudents got busy in Canva and created their first baseball poster For our school baseball team. The posters were sent to our print shop and then the magic happened, they framed their first project and hung them in the lobby. The BEST part - the baseball players LOVED seeing their photos in the main lobby. \r\n\r\nThank you for your support and creating the happiest creators!","fullyFundedDate":1787367858376,"projectUrl":"project/frame-their-creativity-giving-student-d/10464522/","projectTitle":"Frame Their Creativity: Giving Student Designers a Place to Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nesbit","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4258179_orig.jpg?crop=1109,1109,x0,y262&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759700429534","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/aviddiva"},{"teacherId":6666014,"projectId":10185518,"letterContent":"We live in times that can seem tenuous, with intense scrutiny on the daily events happening in our country and around the world. History is literally being written and erased all around us as you read this letter.\r\n\r\nWith that in mind, it is with the deepest gratitude that I am able to continue to foster a rigorous learning environment with academically vetted source information, continuing to give students access to disparate source information for the period from the founding of America as separate colonies in the 15th century through the American Civil War.\r\n\r\nThe voices of ALL people deserve to be heard, and their stories deserve to be shared. Thanks to you, the voices from the past will be heard and shared with group after group of young people in the years moving forward.","fullyFundedDate":1783343257016,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-fund-a-classroom-set-pt-2/10185518/","projectTitle":"Help Me Fund A Classroom Set, Pt. 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Helton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6666014_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775676538702","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6666014"},{"teacherId":9070074,"projectId":10209642,"letterContent":"My students have been using these materials to create interactive science notebooks that help them organize, visualize, and remember what they are learning. During a recent lesson, students used colored pencils, markers, scissors, and glue sticks to create diagrams and foldable notes. It was exciting to watch them take pride in their work and explain scientific ideas using the pages they created.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new supplies, they were genuinely excited. They especially loved having colorful materials and their own organized supplies ready to use. These resources have helped every student participate without worrying about whether they brought supplies from home. They feel more prepared, confident, and eager to begin each activity.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue building their notebooks as we move through new science units. They will add vocabulary, diagrams, models, lab observations, and reflections that demonstrate their growing understanding. By the end of the year, each student will have a personalized science resource that shows how much they have learned and grown. Thank you for giving my students the tools to explore science creatively and successfully!","fullyFundedDate":1783790292157,"projectUrl":"project/science-in-action-building-interactive/10209642/","projectTitle":"Science in Action: Building Interactive Notebooks for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Welch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9070074_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x551,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719859207931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9070074"},{"teacherId":9991420,"projectId":9838319,"letterContent":"Dear DonorsChoose Supporters,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting Mrs. Powell's SWISS classroom. Your generosity has truly been a blessing to our students and classroom each and every day.\r\n\r\nThe classroom supplies you provided, including markers, colored pencils, and stationery for writing messages to others, are used daily and have made a big difference in our learning environment. The students are very thankful and take special care of these supplies because they know how fortunate they are to have them.\r\n\r\nThe cash register has also been a wonderful learning experience for our students. It has helped them practice important life skills, especially learning how to count money and give change back correctly. The students enjoy using it while building confidence and real world skills.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kindness, support, and belief in our classroom. Thank you for helping make learning meaningful and exciting for our students.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\nMrs. Powell's SWISS Classroom","fullyFundedDate":1769177137114,"projectUrl":"project/swiss-tools-for-teaching-life-skills/9838319/","projectTitle":"Swiss: Tools for Teaching Life Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Powell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9991420"},{"teacherId":9070074,"projectId":9606033,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and believing in my students. I am incredibly proud of the learners I get to teach each day, they come to school curious, determined, and eager to grow, no matter what challenges they face. They truly care about their learning and take pride in being part of our classroom community.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is now a cleaner, calmer, and more focused place to learn. The Clorox wipes, hand sanitizer, Kleenex, and lotion are already helping us stay healthy and comfortable, cutting down on distractions and sick days. The giant digital clock is helping students build strong time-management skills and stay on track during lessons. The laminator is allowing us to preserve important learning tools so students can use them again and again. And the storage containers have made a huge difference in keeping our supplies organized and easy to access, which helps students stay focused and independent.\r\n\r\nWhen students feel safe, prepared, and supported, they can truly thrive—and that's exactly what you've helped make possible. Thank you for investing in my students and our classroom. Your kindness is making a lasting impact every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1757682832517,"projectUrl":"project/a-clean-space-for-focused-minds/9606033/","projectTitle":"A Clean Space for Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Welch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9070074_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x551,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719859207931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9070074"},{"teacherId":9991420,"projectId":9443063,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating items to our SWISS classroom. Our students use the alternative seating and fidgets daily, and they truly help them stay focused while still allowing for movement. We use these items every day, and I see the positive difference they make in helping our students have a successful day. \r\n\r\nIt is heartwarming to see the students open the donations as we discuss who donated the items to the classroom. The students are very grateful \r\n\r\nThe students have also benefited from the snacks and really appreciate them. It means a great deal to know so many people were kind enough to support our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe are very thankful for your generosity and support.\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\nDonna Powell","fullyFundedDate":1760102249039,"projectUrl":"project/seats-for-success-empowering-self-regul/9443063/","projectTitle":"Seats for Success: Empowering Self-Regulation Through Flexible Learning Spaces","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Powell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9991420"},{"teacherId":8039012,"projectId":9789202,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom library! Because of you, my students now have access to engaging, high-interest books that will help foster a love of reading and build confidence in their literacy skills.\r\n\r\nMany of my students thrive when they can choose books that match their interests and reading levels. Your kindness has made that possible. These books will be used daily during independent reading, small-group instruction, and moments when students need a safe, positive way to connect with learning.\r\n\r\nYour support is truly making a difference in our classroom. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create a learning environment where every child feels encouraged to read, explore, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1761924941362,"projectUrl":"project/library-in-the-shire/9789202/","projectTitle":"Library in the Shire","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maisenbacher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8039012"},{"teacherId":4258179,"projectId":9793421,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how your donations have impacted my students this semester. Publications was a brand new class at our school and my vision was to teach students to how to publish their ideas in fun and exciting ways. With your help we were able to purchase items that students could create digital posters for our teams, security and staff at school. Students were also able to create the school's first podcast where they talked about their own ideas!\r\n\r\nMy students left this semester but wanted to sign up for the class again! We also have many other students wanting to change their schedules to be a part of this class all because of your support!! Thank you for changing lives with me!!!","fullyFundedDate":1759859678104,"projectUrl":"project/voices-of-our-generation/9793421/","projectTitle":"Voices of Our Generation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nesbit","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4258179_orig.jpg?crop=1109,1109,x0,y262&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759700429534","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/aviddiva"},{"teacherId":6666014,"projectId":9663965,"letterContent":"It has been a whirlwind quarter. My students have loved listening to records, both new and old, especially as we approach the holidays. Mariah Carey, Frank Sinatra, the Temptations, and more!\r\n\r\nOne of the central tenets of my course, 20th Century Musicology, has always been to give kids an expanded exposure to music from the 20th century - popular music that infuenced much of the music kids listen to today.\r\n\r\nSo I want to give you a heartfelt and timely thank you for your generous gift, as your contribution allows me to fulfill that goal and continue to enrich students' lives at Franklin Middle School.","fullyFundedDate":1757114972556,"projectUrl":"project/musicology-101/9663965/","projectTitle":"Musicology 101","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Helton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6666014_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1775676538702","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6666014"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_25192","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":699,"numTeachers":50,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":40,"percentWhite":33,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":12,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":77.8,"schoolId":25192,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Benjamin Franklin Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Benjamin Franklin Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/springfield-public-schools-district-186/benjamin-franklin-middle-school/25192"}