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Your gift is helping us build a space where movement and learning go hand in hand—and for that, we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1754412306310,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-stars-deserve-directors-chair/9511183/","projectTitle":"Classroom Stars Deserve Director’s Chairs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6551361_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755725854238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6551361"},{"teacherId":6551361,"projectId":9226060,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has been energized—literally and figuratively. The new standing desks have brought a fresh sense of movement, focus, and independence to my students' daily learning experience.\r\nThe excitement on their faces the day the desks arrived was unforgettable. 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Their collaboration was more fluid, and the room felt lively but productive in the best way.\r\nYour generosity has made our classroom more inclusive for students who focus better when they can move, fidget, or simply change positions throughout the day. You've given them the freedom to choose how they learn best.\r\nAs we move into our next big unit—our nonfiction research projects—students will be using the standing desks daily for drafting, organizing information, and presenting their findings. These desks will help them stay alert, confident, and ready to think deeply.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and supporting a classroom environment that honors every learner's needs. Your gift is helping us build a space where movement and learning go hand in hand—and for that, we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1753798241695,"projectUrl":"project/wobble-stools-a-classroom-favorite-for/9226060/","projectTitle":"Wobble Stools: A Classroom Favorite for Active Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6551361_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755725854238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6551361"},{"teacherId":6551361,"projectId":9259312,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has been energized—literally and figuratively. The new standing desks have brought a fresh sense of movement, focus, and independence to my students' daily learning experience.\r\nThe excitement on their faces the day the desks arrived was unforgettable. 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Their collaboration was more fluid, and the room felt lively but productive in the best way.\r\nYour generosity has made our classroom more inclusive for students who focus better when they can move, fidget, or simply change positions throughout the day. You've given them the freedom to choose how they learn best.\r\nAs we move into our next big unit—our nonfiction research projects—students will be using the standing desks daily for drafting, organizing information, and presenting their findings. These desks will help them stay alert, confident, and ready to think deeply.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and supporting a classroom environment that honors every learner's needs. Your gift is helping us build a space where movement and learning go hand in hand—and for that, we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1746453630715,"projectUrl":"project/wobble-warriors-boosting-focus-in-esl-c/9259312/","projectTitle":"Wobble Warriors: Boosting Focus in ESL Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6551361_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755725854238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6551361"},{"teacherId":6551361,"projectId":9218960,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has been energized—literally and figuratively. The new standing desks have brought a fresh sense of movement, focus, and independence to my students' daily learning experience.\r\nThe excitement on their faces the day the desks arrived was unforgettable. Several students immediately wanted to try them out, adjusting the height, testing the foot bars, and saying things like, \"I feel like I can think better when I'm standing!\" One student who often struggles sitting for long periods told me, \"I don't feel stuck anymore—I love this.\"\r\nWe've already integrated the standing desks into several parts of our day. During reading groups, students rotate through the standing stations, choosing whether they want to stand, lean, or perch on a stool while they annotate. In writing, I've noticed students taking more initiative—circulating between the desks for peer editing and staying engaged for longer stretches. During a recent science experiment, students used the standing desks as lab stations. Their collaboration was more fluid, and the room felt lively but productive in the best way.\r\nYour generosity has made our classroom more inclusive for students who focus better when they can move, fidget, or simply change positions throughout the day. You've given them the freedom to choose how they learn best.\r\nAs we move into our next big unit—our nonfiction research projects—students will be using the standing desks daily for drafting, organizing information, and presenting their findings. These desks will help them stay alert, confident, and ready to think deeply.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and supporting a classroom environment that honors every learner's needs. Your gift is helping us build a space where movement and learning go hand in hand—and for that, we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1744734226862,"projectUrl":"project/stand-up-for-learning-standing-desks-fo/9218960/","projectTitle":"Stand Up for Learning: Standing Desks for Active Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6551361_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755725854238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6551361"},{"teacherId":6551361,"projectId":9180369,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have the opportunity to wobble while they work—and the change in our classroom has been immediate and inspiring. The new active-seating stools have transformed our learning environment into a space where movement and focus can happen at the same time.\r\nFrom the moment my students walked into the room and saw the wobble stools, the excitement was contagious. Many of them rushed over to try them out, rocking gently as they read, wrote, or worked with partners. One of my quietest students looked up with a huge grin and said, \"This actually helps me think!\" Another student who tends to struggle with restlessness told me, \"I don't feel like I have to get up all the time—I can move right here.\"\r\nWe've already begun using the stools during small-group reading, independent writing time, and partner discussions. During a recent podcast-writing activity, students rotated through the wobble stools at a collaboration table. Their engagement was noticeably higher—they stayed on task longer, participated more eagerly, and took greater pride in their final recordings. The ability to move while learning helped them channel their energy into creativity and focus.\r\nYour support has made a real difference in my students' daily experience. The next step for us is using the active seating during our upcoming nonfiction research project. Students will be working in groups for longer stretches of time, and these stools will help them stay comfortable, regulated, and ready to learn.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping us create a classroom where every learner can feel successful. Your kindness brought movement, joy, and focus into our room—and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1743269207101,"projectUrl":"project/wobble-while-we-work-active-seating-for/9180369/","projectTitle":"Wobble While We Work: Active Seating for Engaged Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6551361_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755725854238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6551361"},{"teacherId":4313204,"projectId":9655844,"letterContent":"I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your thoughtful contribution of classroom materials, including pencils, storage containers, device chargers, and organizational supplies. These resources have provided essential support in maintaining a well-equipped and structured learning environment. Your generosity has not only helped ensure that students have access to the tools they need each day, but it has also reinforced the importance of preparation, responsibility, and pride in their work.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these materials, I have noticed a significant improvement in classroom organization and student engagement. Students are more focused and efficient during lessons, and they take greater ownership of their learning when they have the necessary resources at their fingertips. Your kindness has had a lasting and meaningful impact on both the students' daily experiences and the overall effectiveness of our instructional environment.","fullyFundedDate":1758825703091,"projectUrl":"project/equitable-education/9655844/","projectTitle":"Equitable Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kelley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4313204_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1488401581892","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tck"},{"teacherId":4260591,"projectId":3218651,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! My students this year are on a reading competition to be the first to read 5 books. Since your generous donation I have added to our collection reads that address hot preteen topics of the current day. Thank you so much for helping me begin my class library.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your donation! My students this year are on a reading competition to be the first to read 5 books. Since your generous donation I have added to our collection reads that address hot preteen topics of the current day. Thank you so much for helping me begin my class library.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your donation! My students this year are on a reading competition to be the first to read 5 books. Since your generous donation I have added to our collection reads that address hot preteen topics of the current day. Thank you so much for helping me begin my class library.","fullyFundedDate":1524697378548,"projectUrl":"project/read-all-about-it/3218651/","projectTitle":"Read All About It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lebron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4260591_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520539023602","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4260591"},{"teacherId":4772947,"projectId":9147931,"letterContent":"Wow, what a gift! The impact of a document camera in the classroom is truly amazing. In the art room, everything is visual, and now I can project what we're learning, share student work, and demonstrate techniques with my hands for everyone to see. \r\nWhile demonstrating, I can reveal how artists make decisions in real time. I can quickly grab a student's work and project it for their peers. 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We're so grateful!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,\r\nMs. Green","fullyFundedDate":1742156232056,"projectUrl":"project/amplifying-learning-a-speaker-and-click/9152130/","projectTitle":"Amplifying Learning: A Speaker and Clicker for Engaging Lessons","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6551361_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755725854238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6551361"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_63969","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":720,"numTeachers":50,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":28,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":46,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":76.7,"schoolId":63969,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Burncoat Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Burncoat Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/worcester-public-schools/burncoat-middle-school/63969"}