{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Centerville Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":11.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10182548,"projectId":9612180,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom reading project! Because of your donations, my students were able to explore Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds in both its poetic and graphic novel forms—and the difference it made in their engagement was remarkable.\r\n\r\nIn class, we focus on visual close reading and analyzing the connotations of words—skills that help students move beyond simply understanding what happens in a story to interpreting how and why the author crafts meaning. The graphic novel edition opened new doors for many students, allowing them to make those same analytical connections through both imagery and text.\r\n\r\nReading days in our classroom have taken on a whole new energy. With the addition of the graphic novel, students who were once hesitant readers dove in eagerly. I noticed that during our Friday discussion days, their responses became much more thoughtful and substantial—evidence that they were not only reading, but truly thinking about what they read.\r\n\r\nOne question we explored deeply was, \"Is revenge worth it? What are its costs?\" The accessibility of the graphic novel helped students grapple with this moral dilemma in a more nuanced way. Several students who had previously struggled with sustained reading were suddenly among the most vocal in our class discussions.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has made reading more inviting, analytical thinking more natural, and class discussions more meaningful. Thank you for helping my students connect with literature in a way that feels relevant, powerful, and truly their own.","fullyFundedDate":1755641509512,"projectUrl":"project/poetryshakespeare-supporting-resources/9612180/","projectTitle":"Poetry/Shakespeare Supporting Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10182548_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755365504279","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10182548"},{"teacherId":5876284,"projectId":9297493,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and staff of [School Name], I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous donation to our Culinary Cooking Class. Your support allows our students to learn valuable hands-on skills, explore creativity in the kitchen, and build confidence as they prepare for future opportunities in culinary arts.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, our students are able to work with quality ingredients and equipment that bring lessons to life. The joy on their faces as they practice new techniques and share their creations is truly inspiring, and your generosity makes that possible. Hands on Halloween cook creation, decoration, and fundraising is just one project that has been brought to life for the students. \r\n\r\nWe are grateful for your commitment to supporting education and helping our students grow. Your kindness not only enriches their classroom experience but also encourages them to dream big and pursue their passions.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity. We are proud to have community partners like you who believe in the power of education and the value of investing in young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1755754751124,"projectUrl":"project/dive-into-gastronomy-and-culinary-class/9297493/","projectTitle":"Dive Into Gastronomy and Culinary Class","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Ogden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/drogden"},{"teacherId":9902730,"projectId":9266255,"letterContent":"The \"Sweet Transitions\" project has brought immense joy and excitement to our 8th-grade students as they prepare to transition to high school. When we handed out the traditional Hawaiian-style candy leis, the students' faces lit up with delight. Many of them couldn't stop smiling as they admired their beautiful leis, taking photos with their friends and teachers. The leis have become a symbol of our students' growth and achievement, reminding them of the support and care they've received during their time in middle school.\r\nAs our students wear their leis, they're filled with confidence and pride, knowing they've made it through a significant milestone in their educational journey. We've seen students bonding over their shared experience, exchanging stories and advice as they look forward to high school. In class, we've been discussing the importance of perseverance and resilience, using the leis as a reminder of how far they've come. One student even wrote a heartfelt poem about the experience, expressing gratitude for the love and support they've received.\r\nAs we move forward, our students will continue to reflect on their middle school experience and look forward to the opportunities high school will bring. In our upcoming lessons, we'll be exploring career paths and setting goals for their future. The \"Sweet Transitions\" project has been a perfect catalyst for these discussions, helping our students feel seen, heard, and celebrated as they embark on this new chapter. We're grateful for the support of our donors, who have helped make this experience possible and will stay with our students forever.","fullyFundedDate":1745544722587,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-transitions-candy-leis-for-8th-gr/9266255/","projectTitle":"Sweet Transitions: Candy Leis for 8th Grade Graduates","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. S","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9902730"},{"teacherId":9035765,"projectId":7370417,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation of the 4 class sets of books I requested. It has directly impacted my students' learning. Each book aligned with a specific time in history that we studied. 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It helped them to relate to historical events.","fullyFundedDate":1683756663599,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-history/7370417/","projectTitle":"Enhancing History!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Eddings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9035765_orig.jpg?crop=1048,1049,x0,y122&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753756384739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9035765"},{"teacherId":9902730,"projectId":9071594,"letterContent":"I'm thrilled to share that your generous support and donation have made a significant impact on my students' behavior and academic performance. By providing essential supplies and incentives, we've created a positive and structured learning environment that encourages students to excel. As a result, my classroom has become extremely disciplined and manageable, with students staying focused on demonstrating their best behaviors.\r\n\r\nTo foster this discipline, we've implemented a system where students earn rewards by completing assignments on time, actively participating in class, and exhibiting exemplary behavior. This approach has not only improved their academic performance but also taught them valuable life skills, such as responsibility, self-control and gratitude.\r\n\r\nI'm delighted to announce that several students have been recognized as \"Students of the Quarter\" for consistently displaying outstanding behavior and a strong work ethic. 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And on top of saving me so much money on having to buy batteries, its better for our environment not having to recycle batteries.\r\n I am excited in all the other ways I will be able to use these power supplies. I am very grateful for you donations. Thank you so much for helping me and my students explore.","fullyFundedDate":1735915216022,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-magnetism-and-electricity/8945296/","projectTitle":"Exploring Magnetism and Electricity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp412131_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1505952982893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hstark"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_3806","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1500,"numTeachers":45,"percentFrplEligible":30,"percentAsian":56,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":13,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"33.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":88.4,"schoolId":3806,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Centerville Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Centerville Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/fremont-unified-school-district/centerville-junior-high-school/3806"}