{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Classen SAS Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":33.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1991328,"projectId":10251229,"letterContent":"This bookshelf is amazing! Our building is pretty old and when I moved into this classroom 2 years ago, it didn't come with much furniture. I was able to bring my own bookshelf for the classroom library, but I really wanted to provide a place to store the students' text books. It's a big transition to go from elementary to middle school, and being on a block schedule means I don't see them everyday to help build routines and habits. Even at the end of the year, we still waste a lot of time returning to lockers to look for the textbook. Some kids are still accidentally taking them home and losing them! This shelf looks great and will help the class run more smoothly for years to come. We truly appreciate the community support!","fullyFundedDate":1778010680050,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-bookshelf/10251229/","projectTitle":"Classroom Bookshelf","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991328_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1465233113420","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1991328"},{"teacherId":1991328,"projectId":10219002,"letterContent":"It's so encouraging to end the year with fresh supplies! All the pencils are broken or lost and all the good paper is gone, then we get boxes of new supplies to keep us motivated! You'd be surprised how much help it is to have plenty of Kleenex and good paper towels around! The school brown paper towels don't do a lot for spills! We're especially grateful for the new books and graphic novels. As the library starts shutting down to inventory books, I still expect my students to keep reading. Having new titles will be a big blessing!","fullyFundedDate":1778012889732,"projectUrl":"project/stocking-up/10219002/","projectTitle":"Stocking Up","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991328_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1465233113420","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1991328"},{"teacherId":7212585,"projectId":9915501,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! When my students first saw the boxes of colored pencils, yarn, paper, and tape, they were thrilled. One student even asked if we were \"really allowed to use such professional supplies.\" Their excitement was a beautiful reminder of how much your support means.\r\n\r\nWe are already putting these resources to great use! My students used the paper, tape, and yarn to create beautiful Panamanian Molas, mimicking traditional textile layers. After finishing their art, they used the colored pencils to draw and write descriptive sentences in Spanish about their creations. It was a wonderful way to blend culture and language.\r\n\r\nOn another project, students had to draw pictures, color them and write sentences about it, students had fun creating their pictures with the brand colored pencils!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1766087964610,"projectUrl":"project/a-vibrant-and-crafty-classroom/9915501/","projectTitle":"A Vibrant and Crafty Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moreno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7212585"},{"teacherId":8188253,"projectId":9949671,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our guitar students now have access to high-quality supplies that immediately elevated both their confidence and performance skills. Many of our students share instruments and materials, so having proper picks, strings, and classroom resources ensures every child can fully participate each day. With reliable equipment, students are spending less time troubleshooting broken or worn materials and more time focused on technique, creativity, and collaboration. The new supplies have already improved sound quality, posture habits, and overall classroom engagement. Students take greater pride in their work when they feel equipped like \"real musicians,\" and that pride translates into stronger effort and perseverance. Your support is not just providing materials — it is creating meaningful musical experiences that build discipline, teamwork, and lifelong appreciation for the arts.","fullyFundedDate":1765834076121,"projectUrl":"project/play-on-mid-year-guitar-supplies-for-gr/9949671/","projectTitle":"Play On! Mid-Year Guitar Supplies for Growing Musicians","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Grice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8188253_orig.png?crop=410,410,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661896015080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8188253"},{"teacherId":1644847,"projectId":9622111,"letterContent":"I truly appreciate all of the support I have received from Donors Choose and all who have donated to my students and to me and would like to thank you all. It is amazing how much easier it has been this year to get more accurate weights when we are studying matter. In the past, our plastic pan scales have been a real struggle. Additionally, having the kettle to heat water for our investigations has helped a lot, as we don't have a sink in our room. It never ceases to amaze me how generous people can be, from those whose students I have had in my classes to total strangers. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you all so much.","fullyFundedDate":1755626857366,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-science-activities/9622111/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Science Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ferguson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1644847_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x205,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596818247808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/traci-ferguson"},{"teacherId":1991328,"projectId":10035833,"letterContent":"We're so excited to have these supplies! It's amazing how quickly the kids go through (or lose) pencils, especially since they are switching classrooms throughout the day. Having lots of back-ups makes the transition much easier!\r\n We are especially grateful for the pencil sharpener! Our old one hadn't been working well for a couple of weeks, but when it finally died I was surprised how much stress was created just by trying to get everyone a functional writing utensil! We take those little things for granted but they make a big difference in our classroom environment.\r\n Thank you again for supporting my students!","fullyFundedDate":1768793536539,"projectUrl":"project/spring-semester-supplies/10035833/","projectTitle":"Spring Semester Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991328_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1465233113420","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1991328"},{"teacherId":7927886,"projectId":9880023,"letterContent":"You'd be shocked at how much of a hot commodity having a color printer is in a school. It's even crazier at how expensive it is to maintain one if you have it! But because of your extreme generosity, my students now have access to a printer that we can use to create hard copy versions of their digital designs! \r\n\r\nAs a public school teacher, I get to see my students' imaginations and creativity in real time, but because of the constraints of the system we are a part of we can be limited to how far they can think outside the box. I am grateful for the support of our community, and it's because of you all that we can allow them to think bigger even through the simple addition of colored ink. Thank you for supporting us in real time through financial donations - but we continue to value your support in the day to day to help others understand how important it is to keep supporting our kids! \r\n\r\nThank you for showing up for our kids!","fullyFundedDate":1763563982711,"projectUrl":"project/color-brings-ideas-to-life/9880023/","projectTitle":"Color Brings Ideas to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barnes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hannahbarnes-classroom"},{"teacherId":10106545,"projectId":9524983,"letterContent":"We cannot begin to thank you enough for your generous contribution to our environment! We have since been able to give new life to some of the materials that were pulled from our library circulations and repurpose them for various student projects. We were able to easily cut down a number of our dated materials and provide students with upcycled origami paper that, when paired with current library materials, they were able to create amazing works of art. Other students have been using the materials to practice making their own books from start to finish - gluing a text block, making the hard case, and fitting the pieces together into a pocket-sized book. We will also be using the watercolor papers and recycled book pages as a means of practicing stitching signature pages together to make a text block and fitting those into a hard case, so that they can give life to their own stories and art.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping to support arts and literacy within our school!","fullyFundedDate":1754410852477,"projectUrl":"project/read-write-recycle/9524983/","projectTitle":"Read, Write, Recycle!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10106545"},{"teacherId":8188253,"projectId":7649294,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my guitar students now have the essential tools they need to learn confidently and successfully. The new strings and tuners have already transformed the day-to-day experience in our classroom. Instead of losing valuable instructional time trying to make worn-out strings work or struggling with inaccurate tuning, students are now able to begin each class with instruments that sound clear, vibrant, and professional. This reliability has boosted their confidence and allowed them to focus on developing real musical skills.\r\n\r\nThe impact goes beyond just better equipment—it has sparked a renewed sense of pride and ownership in our program. Students are more eager to practice, more willing to take risks, and more motivated to perform because they feel supported and valued. Something as simple as a fresh set of strings can make a student feel like their instrument matters—and by extension, that *they* matter. Your donation has helped create a learning environment where every student, regardless of background or experience, has access to high-quality materials that elevate their musical journey.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their creativity. Your generosity has created immediate improvements in our classroom, and its effects will continue throughout the year as more students pick up an instrument, tune it with confidence, and discover what they are capable of. You've made a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1691857975209,"projectUrl":"project/lets-start-at-the-very-beginning/7649294/","projectTitle":"Let's Start at the Very Beginning...","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Grice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8188253_orig.png?crop=410,410,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661896015080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8188253"},{"teacherId":7212585,"projectId":9650395,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to our donors for supplying our latest classroom needs! The rechargeable batteries are essential for keeping the microphone (our voice-saver!) powered up every day, ensuring crystal-clear instruction without interruption or the waste of disposable batteries. This consistency is invaluable.\r\n\r\nThe box of markers has brought a burst of color and creativity to our lessons, allowing students to design vibrant posters and beautiful craft projects. Best of all, the Mexican candy is the perfect motivator, used during review games and academic challenges to celebrate successes and make learning even more fun and engaging. Your contributions power our learning, reward effort, and spark creativity!","fullyFundedDate":1758816654586,"projectUrl":"project/crystal-clear-voice-part-ii/9650395/","projectTitle":"Crystal Clear Voice part II","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moreno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7212585"},{"teacherId":7212585,"projectId":9595574,"letterContent":"A heartfelt thank you to our incredible donors for funding the purchase of a much-needed classroom microphone! This donation has been truly transformative, addressing a significant health challenge I've faced this year—persistent voice issues. Due to throat problems, projecting my voice was difficult, hindering both my recovery and student learning.\r\n\r\nNow, with the microphone, I can speak clearly and effortlessly at a normal volume. My students can hear every instruction, explanation, and discussion point crystal clear, no matter where they sit. More importantly, this relief has allowed my voice to rest and recover. The microphone is not just a tool; it's a lifeline that ensures uninterrupted teaching and facilitates my health, creating a more effective and sustainable learning environment for everyone. Your support means the world!","fullyFundedDate":1755361863628,"projectUrl":"project/crystal-clear-voice/9595574/","projectTitle":"Crystal Clear Voice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moreno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7212585"},{"teacherId":7212585,"projectId":9448556,"letterContent":"Thank you for fueling learning in my classroom!\r\nTo our wonderful donors, your support is already making a huge difference! The toner cartridge is used daily for printing essential bellwork and grammar papers, ensuring consistent student practice. The English/Spanish flashcards are actively helping students memorize vocabulary and build bilingual confidence.\r\n\r\nThe new scissors and plastic sewing needles have fueled fantastic cultural arts. We've successfully created intricate Ojo de Dios and beautiful Panamanian Molas, integrating art, culture, and fine motor skills. Every item has enhanced our learning environment, creating a dynamic, well-resourced space. 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