{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Clark Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":34.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10172124,"projectId":9851741,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your donation to help purchase binders for our middle school choir students. Your generosity has made an immediate and meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nHaving proper binders not only keeps our music organized, but also helps our students feel prepared, confident, and proud during rehearsals and performances. It may seem like a simple item, but it plays an important role in building responsibility and professionalism in young musicians.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our choir and for supporting arts education. Your contribution is helping our students grow not only as singers, but as individuals.","fullyFundedDate":1762266351680,"projectUrl":"project/beautiful-binders-3/9851741/","projectTitle":"Beautiful Binders 3!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henegar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10172124_orig.jpg?crop=2086,2086,x403,y1038&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758665132413","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-henegar"},{"teacherId":10172124,"projectId":9754169,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your donation to help purchase binders for our middle school choir students. Your generosity has made an immediate and meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nHaving proper binders not only keeps our music organized, but also helps our students feel prepared, confident, and proud during rehearsals and performances. It may seem like a simple item, but it plays an important role in building responsibility and professionalism in young musicians.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our choir and for supporting arts education. Your contribution is helping our students grow not only as singers, but as individuals.","fullyFundedDate":1760693544218,"projectUrl":"project/beautiful-binders-2/9754169/","projectTitle":"Beautiful Binders 2!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henegar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10172124_orig.jpg?crop=2086,2086,x403,y1038&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758665132413","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-henegar"},{"teacherId":10172124,"projectId":9754104,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to help us purchase new binders for our middle school choir. Your support means more to us than you know.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students now have the materials they need to stay organized, take pride in their music, and feel like true members of a unified ensemble. These binders will help them keep their sheet music safe and performance-ready throughout the year.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity shows our students that their community believes in them and values the arts. That encouragement makes a lasting impact.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our entire choir, thank you for investing in our program and in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1758903056762,"projectUrl":"project/beautiful-binders/9754104/","projectTitle":"Beautiful Binders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henegar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10172124_orig.jpg?crop=2086,2086,x403,y1038&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758665132413","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-henegar"},{"teacherId":9759525,"projectId":9890568,"letterContent":"As a Title I volleyball coach, the new resources have truly elevated the experience for my students. We are using the new gear daily during practice. One specific project we've focused on is building a \"Fundamentals First\" skills progression. The athletes rotate through stations working on serving accuracy, controlled passing, setting technique, and defensive movement. With quality equipment, they're able to get more consistent reps, which has significantly improved their confidence and skill development.\r\nOne moment that really stood out was during our first practice with the new volleyball pads. The girls immediately noticed the difference. They were able to dive abd really give it their all. It may seem small, but for many of our students, having access to high-quality equipment makes them feel valued and taken seriously as athletes. You could see their excitement and pride right away.\r\nLooking ahead, we are building toward team-centered goals. Our next step is implementing small-group competitive drills where athletes track their serving percentages and passing ratings over time. We're also working on leadership development, encouraging our upperclassmen to mentor younger players during drills. Ultimately, we are preparing not just for competition, but for growth in confidence, teamwork, and resilience.\r\nBecause of this support, our athletes aren't just practicing — they're believing in themselves. Your generosity has created opportunities that extend far beyond the court, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1764663727410,"projectUrl":"project/volleyball-knee-pads-for-title-1-school/9890568/","projectTitle":"Volleyball Knee Pads For Title 1 School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9759525"},{"teacherId":9390073,"projectId":9690836,"letterContent":"\"The Incredible World of STEM in the Classroom\" has brought a new level of excitement, curiosity, and confidence to my students. The opening of the packages brought such excitement, especially for my sixth graders, who did not regularly experience science in elementary school. Through this project, hands‑on learning has become a daily experience rather than an occasional activity. Students who once hesitated to engage in science are now eagerly participating, asking questions, and seeing themselves as real scientists. Often hear them telling others, \" This class is low-key fun. I hope I have you next year for science.\" \r\n\r\nThe Changing Ecosystems Kit transformed our ecology unit by providing students with a hands‑on model that required them to think critically about how populations shift as ecosystems change. Instead of simply reading about biodiversity loss or environmental pressures, students used the kit's cards, scenarios, and materials to simulate real‑world ecological challenges. They had to analyze data, make predictions, and adjust their strategies as new \"environmental events\" were introduced.\r\n\r\nThis experience pushed students to use evidence, collaborate, and justify their decisions as they explored how factors such as habitat loss, pollution, climate change, and invasive species affect the stability of an ecosystem. The kit encouraged deeper reasoning, productive struggle, and meaningful conversations about how living things depend on one another — all while giving students the supplements and materials needed to model complex ecological interactions in an accessible way.\r\n\r\nThe chemical model kits transformed abstract chemistry concepts into something students could literally hold in their hands. Building molecules helped them visualize bonding, structure, and composition, making complex ideas accessible as they worked on their element project. Students who often struggle with traditional text‑based instruction were able to grasp these concepts through modeling, collaboration, and guided inquiry.\r\n\r\nThe bouncy‑ball science kit added an element of creativity and joy to the classroom. Students experimented with polymers, followed procedures, and observed how changes in variables affected their final product. They were thrilled to test their creations, compare results, and reflect on the science behind the fun. This activity strengthened problem‑solving skills and showed students that STEM is not only rigorous but also playful and imaginative. Also, with trial and error when directions are not followed.\r\n\r\nOverall, this project has elevated engagement, deepened understanding, and empowered students to see themselves as capable, curious learners. It has created a classroom environment where exploration is encouraged, mistakes are part of the process, and science feels alive. We look forward to what the remainder of this semester will bring with the use of the electromagnetic kit for our energy unit and the chemical rockets for our force and motion unit. Your support made these experiences possible, and my students are better thinkers, collaborators, and innovators because of it.\r\n\r\nOpportunities this project created and will continue to create could not be within reach without supportive donors like you.","fullyFundedDate":1758402437358,"projectUrl":"project/the-incredible-world-of-stem-in-the-clas/9690836/","projectTitle":"The Incredible World of STEM in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Swisher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9390073_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724648349809","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9390073"},{"teacherId":8091826,"projectId":9367106,"letterContent":"My students live in housing that has shared walls in apartments and noise restrictions. Many students expressed interest in wanting to practice at home but there was a holdback of being sensitive to the sound being put out by their instrument. These practice mutes allow for the noise to be reduced by 50% when students practice on their instrument and makes it a ideal tool to have to promote student accountability and music outside of the classroom. There has been a significant increase in student practicing this year because of these practice mutes.","fullyFundedDate":1752087453147,"projectUrl":"project/shh-we-are-practicing/9367106/","projectTitle":"Shh! We are practicing!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elliott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8091826_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755372233887","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/clarkorchestra"},{"teacherId":8091826,"projectId":9577237,"letterContent":"With increasing budget constrictions and restrictions it has become more difficult to keep quality supplies in the hands of students. Bows are a consumable item in the orchestra world because the hair of the bow will become stripped/dirty and need rehairing. Therefore this item is often sometimes a item that will need to be purchased yearly to provide a student with optimal sound on their instrument and enjoyment. These bows will allow me to exchange out old bows that students were using and now they will have a new bow that will increase their pride, confidence, and enjoyment of their instrument.","fullyFundedDate":1760693572755,"projectUrl":"project/glow-up-with-new-bows/9577237/","projectTitle":"Glow Up with New Bows","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elliott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8091826_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755372233887","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/clarkorchestra"},{"teacherId":8091826,"projectId":9583802,"letterContent":"With these new stools in our orchestra classroom; a lot of my bass players have begun finding comfort and consistency in the same stool they use every day in class. What is great about these stools is that they are adjustable to every individual student and are of sturdy quality. Students are easily able to come into class and adjust the stool to their correct height for bass playing and it is more universal for all students instead of a stool that is stationary at one height. This will help promote better posture and playing with all of my bass students.","fullyFundedDate":1760693569326,"projectUrl":"project/back-it-up-with-good-posture/9583802/","projectTitle":"Back it up - with Good Posture!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elliott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8091826_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755372233887","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/clarkorchestra"},{"teacherId":9390073,"projectId":9614974,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our \"Snacks, Supplies & Smiles\" project has made a meaningful difference in our classroom community. The items you helped provide have become powerful tools for reinforcing positive behavior and supporting our school's PBIS expectations. Students are recognized for meeting our PBIS matrix, and these rewards have helped create a culture where kindness, responsibility, and respect are celebrated every day.\r\n\r\nThe coloring books and stickers have been especially impactful for students who enjoy creative outlets and calming activities. These simple items give them a chance to reset, express themselves, and feel proud of their choices. They've become a favorite reward during our weekly advisory period. \r\n\r\nOf course, the snacks have been a huge hit as well. Doritos and Oreos quickly became the most popular items in our reward system, and students light up when they earn them. For many, these treats are more than just snacks — they're symbols of accomplishment, encouragement, and the idea that their positive actions matter and are noticed. Each week, the list of purchased items grows longer. \r\n\r\nYour support has helped us build a classroom environment where students feel motivated, valued, and excited to do their best. These rewards have strengthened relationships, boosted morale, and created more positive school days for everyone. Thank you for believing in our students and helping us celebrate their growth in such a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1760484045503,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-supplies-smiles-building-posi/9614974/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Supplies & Smiles: Building Positive School Days.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Swisher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9390073_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724648349809","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9390073"},{"teacherId":8091826,"projectId":9106568,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contribution to staying in musical place! This project was launched to help all my cellists have consistent, rock stop to themselves in the orchestra class. Before this project my cellists had to share rock stops which led to inconsistent posture and more time to set up at the beginning of class. With constant readjusting per class period it led to frustration as well. Now that the students have their own all of these problems are eliminated and their rock stops are labeled with their name for their use only for the school year. It has promoted over all better posture and readiness for class.","fullyFundedDate":1739594210339,"projectUrl":"project/staying-in-musical-place/9106568/","projectTitle":"Staying in Musical Place","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elliott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8091826_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755372233887","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/clarkorchestra"},{"teacherId":9148144,"projectId":7615532,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating, helping my students have headsets and alternative lighting. The students (and I) appreciate the headsets so the students can do station rotations including videos. The headsets and lighting have also helped the students with audible and lighting sensitivity. These are supplies that my title one school would not normally have in a classroom. We have been using my these for the last few years and these have worked wonderfully for the last few years. I have used these for station rotations that included a video section, and others to have music while they studied. The lighting has allowed students a kinder gentler space- helping with eye strain. \r\n\r\nThe airfryer has helped us celebrate our 4.0 students at a luncheon, and helping my team relax when preparing for activities that celebrate our kids. This has been amazing and fun. We appreciate the help.","fullyFundedDate":1695737518825,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-sound-back-to-the-classroom/7615532/","projectTitle":"Bringing Sound Back to the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nault","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9148144"},{"teacherId":9171055,"projectId":9385960,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, the addition of a color printer to our sixth grade math classroom has had an immediate and meaningful impact on student learning. What may seem like a simple tool has transformed the way students interact with math, making lessons more accessible, engaging, and effective for all learners—including general education students, students with special needs, and our English Language Learners.\r\n\r\nColor has become a powerful bridge to understanding. Concepts that were once abstract—fractions, geometry, graphs, and data sets—now come alive through clear, color-coded visuals. Students can easily distinguish key features in diagrams, notice patterns in data, and follow multi-step processes with less confusion. For our ELL students, color adds essential context that supports language development and allows them to understand complex ideas without relying solely on text.\r\n\r\nSpecial education students, in particular, benefit from the reduced cognitive load that color-coded supports provide. Highlighted angles, shapes, grids, and steps guide their attention and help them move through problems with greater confidence and independence. Classroom engagement has also noticeably increased; vivid visuals hold attention, support focus, and make learning feel more welcoming and achievable.\r\n\r\nPerhaps most rewarding is seeing students take pride in their work. Whether they are creating graphs, designing posters, or presenting math projects, the ability to print in color allows them to showcase their learning with excitement and ownership.\r\n\r\nYour support has done more than fund a printer—it has opened the door to clearer understanding, stronger confidence, and greater joy in learning math. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference.","fullyFundedDate":1757531034148,"projectUrl":"project/math-in-living-color-enhancing-learning/9385960/","projectTitle":"Math in Living Color: Enhancing Learning Through Visuals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cleopas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9171055_orig.jpg?crop=1445,1446,x0,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748545459275","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9171055"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_43781","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":772,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":18,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":13,"percentLatinx":11,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.7,"schoolId":43781,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Clark Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Clark Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/alaska/anchorage-school-district/clark-middle-school/43781"}