{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Central Dauphin East Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":42.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10336049,"projectId":10241258,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping our school garden continue to grow! Thanks to your generosity, students are actively using the new tools and materials to expand our garden while learning valuable science concepts through hands-on experiences. One of the highlights has been watching students prepare new garden beds, mix coco coir and perlite into the soil, and install the cucumber trellis before eagerly tracking the vines as they climbed and produced vegetables. These authentic learning experiences have helped students better understand plant growth, soil health, and the importance of caring for the environment.\r\n\r\nWhen the new resources arrived, students were excited to get to work right away. They couldn't wait to use the new gardening tools and were especially fascinated by how the trellis transformed the way cucumbers grew. Seeing professional-quality equipment made them feel like real gardeners and gave them an even greater sense of ownership in the space they help maintain.\r\n\r\nAs our garden continues to expand, students will use these resources to plant new crops, monitor soil conditions, collect data on plant growth, and harvest fresh produce to share with our school and community. Through every season, they are building teamwork, responsibility, problem-solving skills, and a deeper appreciation for nature and sustainable gardening. Thank you for helping create an outdoor classroom where learning truly comes to life.","fullyFundedDate":1777974545218,"projectUrl":"project/growing-up-green-school-garden-necessit/10241258/","projectTitle":"Growing Up Green: School Garden Necessities!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gibney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10336049_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777222272315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10336049"},{"teacherId":10336049,"projectId":10199199,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping our school garden continue to grow! Because of your generosity, our students are using the new resources every time they work in the garden. The storage sheds have helped students organize tools and supplies, making it easy for them to take ownership of the space, while the organic pest control has allowed us to care for our plants in an environmentally responsible way. One of the most memorable moments was seeing students proudly prepare the garden for a community event, harvesting vegetables, organizing equipment from the sheds, and welcoming visitors to a space they helped build and maintain.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new additions, they were amazed at how much the garden had transformed. They were excited to organize the sheds, hang the shepherd's hooks and wind chimes, and imagine all the new projects and events we could host. The improvements made the garden feel like a true outdoor classroom that belonged to them.\r\n\r\nAs we continue expanding the garden, students will take on even greater leadership roles by maintaining the space, caring for plants, practicing sustainable gardening techniques, and hosting events to share their harvest with families and the community. These experiences are teaching responsibility, collaboration, environmental stewardship, and pride in meaningful work. 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One memorable moment was watching students work together to examine historical evidence, debate different perspectives, and confidently defend their conclusions using the new materials.\r\n\r\nMy students were genuinely excited when they first saw the new resources. They couldn't wait to use them, and their enthusiasm was evident as they eagerly participated in activities that made history feel more real and relevant. Instead of simply reading about the past, they were able to explore it in ways that sparked curiosity and meaningful discussion.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, these materials will remain an essential part of our classroom as students tackle new historical inquiries, complete collaborative projects, and strengthen the critical thinking and analytical skills that will serve them far beyond history class. Your generosity has created opportunities for deeper learning and greater student engagement, and we are incredibly grateful for your support. Thank you for investing in our students and helping inspire the next generation of informed, thoughtful citizens.","fullyFundedDate":1777974754623,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-history-to-life-tools-for-an-e/10188708/","projectTitle":"Bringing History to Life: Tools for an Engaging History Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Roma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2994086_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711232866451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2994086"},{"teacherId":2994086,"projectId":10179399,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping make our literacy outreach project such a meaningful experience for both our National Junior Honor Society members and the kindergarten students. With the literacy packs you helped provide, our NJHS students visited the new Kindergarten Center, where they read a story aloud, shared their love of reading, and helped each child complete an activity by drawing a picture inspired by the book and writing a sentence to describe it. Watching our middle school students encourage, support, and celebrate the younger learners was a powerful reminder of how meaningful peer connections can be.\r\n\r\nThe kindergarten students were thrilled to receive their literacy packs and eagerly participated in the story and activity. Our NJHS members were just as excited, taking pride in serving as reading role models and seeing the smiles on the younger students' faces as they shared their illustrations and writing.\r\n\r\nThis project was about much more than reading a book—it was about building confidence, fostering a love of literacy, and creating connections across grade levels. We look forward to continuing opportunities like this, where our NJHS students can mentor younger learners through future reading activities and literacy events. Thank you for making these memorable experiences possible and helping inspire a lifelong love of reading in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1778110052081,"projectUrl":"project/big-kids-big-impact-literacy-kits-for/10179399/","projectTitle":"Big Kids, Big Impact: Literacy Kits for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Roma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2994086_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711232866451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2994086"},{"teacherId":2994086,"projectId":10235873,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping make our STEM enrichment club an even more exciting place to learn! From the moment the new chess sets, marble runs, and LEGO building kits arrived, students eagerly jumped into hands-on challenges that encouraged creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. One of the highlights was watching small groups design and redesign their marble runs, testing different ideas, learning from mistakes, and celebrating together when their creations finally worked.\r\n\r\nThe students' excitement was contagious when they first saw the new materials. They couldn't wait to open the boxes, challenge their friends to chess matches, and begin building with the LEGO sets. Having enough materials for everyone meant every student was actively engaged instead of waiting for a turn, making the experience even more meaningful.\r\n\r\nAs the year continues, students will use these resources to tackle increasingly complex STEM challenges that encourage critical thinking, collaboration, and perseverance. They'll continue developing engineering designs, sharpening strategic thinking through chess, and working together to solve real-world problems. Your generosity has created an environment where curiosity is encouraged, creativity is celebrated, and every student has the opportunity to discover a love for STEM. Thank you for investing in our students' future!","fullyFundedDate":1778073716110,"projectUrl":"project/think-build-play-expanding-stem-throu/10235873/","projectTitle":"Think, Build, Play: Expanding STEM Through Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Roma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2994086_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711232866451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2994086"},{"teacherId":2994086,"projectId":10272888,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us celebrate the incredible efforts of our students! Thanks to your generosity, our \"Panther Pump Up\" celebration became a memorable event where students were recognized for demonstrating kindness, responsibility, perseverance, and respect throughout the school year. Seeing students enjoy the snacks, treats, and rewards while celebrating together created an atmosphere filled with excitement, pride, and school spirit.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw everything that had been prepared for them, their faces lit up with excitement. Many commented that they felt appreciated and recognized for the positive choices they had made all year, and it was rewarding to see students encouraging and congratulating one another throughout the event.\r\n\r\nThe celebration was more than just a fun day—it reinforced the importance of making positive decisions and contributing to a supportive school community. As we look ahead, we will continue building on our PBIS program by encouraging students to set positive goals, demonstrate strong character, and earn opportunities to participate in future school-wide celebrations. Your generosity helped create lasting memories while reminding our students that their hard work and positive behavior truly matter. Thank you for making that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1778192315747,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-positive-choices-at-our-pant/10272888/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Positive Choices at Our Panther Pump Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Roma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2994086_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711232866451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2994086"},{"teacherId":2994086,"projectId":10268796,"letterContent":"Thank you for making hands-on history possible for my students! As soon as the new resources arrived, we launched our food preservation investigation, where students compared historical methods such as salting, drying, and pickling to modern refrigeration. Working in small groups, they collected data, recorded daily observations, and analyzed how different preservation techniques affected food over time while making connections to Colonial America, Westward Expansion, the Civil War, and the Industrial Revolution.\r\n\r\nMy students were immediately excited when they saw the materials, especially the classroom refrigerator that made long-term experiments possible. They loved that they were able to act like scientists while studying history, and many were eager to make predictions before our investigations even began. Their curiosity and enthusiasm turned every observation day into a meaningful discussion about how innovation has changed everyday life.\r\n\r\nAs we continue the project, students will use the data they have collected to compare historical and modern preservation methods, draw evidence-based conclusions, and present their findings to the class. These experiences are helping them think critically, ask thoughtful questions, and discover that history is much more than dates and events—it is the story of how people solved real-world problems. 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Seeing students who needed cleats be able to lace up and fully participate alongside their teammates was especially meaningful—it ensured that every student had the opportunity to be part of the team.\r\n\r\nWhen the players first saw the new equipment, they were incredibly excited. They immediately noticed the high-quality soccer balls and couldn't wait to start using them during drills and scrimmages. For the students who received cleats, it meant they could step onto the field with confidence, knowing they had the same opportunity as everyone else.\r\n\r\nAs the season continues, our athletes will use these resources to prepare for competition while developing skills that extend far beyond soccer. They are learning communication, leadership, perseverance, and teamwork through every practice and game. Your generosity has helped create a program where every student feels welcomed, supported, and ready to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping make EMS soccer a place where every player has the chance to grow, compete, and belong.","fullyFundedDate":1781221969085,"projectUrl":"project/removing-barriers-building-a-team/10332815/","projectTitle":"Removing Barriers, Building a Team","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Roma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2994086_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711232866451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2994086"},{"teacherId":10336049,"projectId":10265158,"letterContent":"The storage shed has made it easy for students to organize and care for their own tools, giving them ownership of the garden. The new gardening tools allow every student to participate instead of waiting for a turn, and the fencing has already helped protect the vegetables they have worked so hard to plant and care for. The cooler has also been an incredible addition, allowing us to safely store our harvest before it is shared with families, staff, and our school community.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments happened during our first harvest after the new resources arrived. Students excitedly gathered vegetables they had planted months earlier, carefully washed and stored them, and proudly talked about the work they had done to make it possible. For many of them, seeing something they nurtured from a tiny seed become food they could actually share was an unforgettable experience. Their smiles and excitement said it all.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they couldn't wait to put everything to work. They immediately began organizing the shed, exploring the new tools, and talking about all the jobs they could now take on. Instead of simply helping in the garden, they truly felt like they were managing it. Watching their confidence grow has been just as rewarding as watching the vegetables grow.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, our students are taking on even greater responsibility. They are planning fall plantings, maintaining the garden, monitoring plant health, harvesting produce, and learning how to properly store and distribute what they grow. They are also developing teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and independence through every task they complete.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided much more than gardening supplies. You have created opportunities for students to build confidence, develop real-world life skills, and experience the pride that comes from meaningful work. Thank you for believing in our students and helping our school garden continue to flourish. Your support will have a lasting impact for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1778060078585,"projectUrl":"project/growing-success-empowering-students-thr/10265158/","projectTitle":"Growing Success: Empowering Students Through Our School Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gibney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10336049_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777222272315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10336049"},{"teacherId":9316907,"projectId":10070212,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to our class project! The students loved putting together the little gifts to the staff at our school. This was a great opportunity for students to recognize all of the hard work various staff members contribute to our school. \r\nThe students also mentioned how happy and surprised the teachers and substitutes were when receiving what the students had put together.\r\nWe hope to continue these small act of appreciation throughout the school year! This was a great first step to get the ball rolling and the ideas flowingz","fullyFundedDate":1770330294230,"projectUrl":"project/youre-a-lifesaver-a-student-led-kindne/10070212/","projectTitle":"You’re a Lifesaver! A Student-Led Kindness Initiative","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Myers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9316907_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711199207690","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9316907"},{"teacherId":9497642,"projectId":9290489,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful contribution of Catherine supplies. Items like hand, signs or headphones, dry erase markers deodorant and peppermint may seem simple, but they make a meaningful difference in our daily lot learning environment. Hand sanitizer helps us maintain a cleaner healthier classroom reducing the spread of germs and keeping students present and ready to learn. Try erase my first burn every day essential that allows us to actively engage in lessons, brainstorm ideas and collaborate more effectively students are afraid to make mistakes but not with these markers. \r\n\r\nThe headphones are provided create opportunities for individualized learning, giving students the ability to focus on digital lessons, listen to audiobooks, and work at their own pace without distractions. Additionally, items like deodorant and peppermint, support students, confidence, and comfort throughout the school day. These small but impactful supplies, help students feel more prepared, refreshed, and ready to participate fully in class activities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity supports, not just our classroom needs, but also the well-being and confidence of every student. We are truly grateful for your kindness and commitment to education. Thank you for making such a positive impact on our learning community.","fullyFundedDate":1746785730380,"projectUrl":"project/getting-creative-in-math/9290489/","projectTitle":"Getting Creative in Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gouse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9497642"},{"teacherId":9497642,"projectId":10043283,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our eighth grade classroom. Your donation of expo markers, headphones, and hygiene products has made a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning environment. These supplies may seem simple, but they play a critical role in helping students stay engaged, prepared, and confident throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nWith the expo markers, we're able to make lessons more interactive and collaborative. The headphones allow students to focus during independent work and fully participate in digital learning activities. The hygiene products ensure that every student has access to basic necessities, helping them feel comfortable and ready to learn without distraction.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support remind our students that their community cares about their success and well-being. 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