{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Delta Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":20.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9518179,"projectId":9489638,"letterContent":"On behalf of my entire 5th-grade classroom, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation to our project, \"Group Work Achieves New Heights.\" In a busy elementary classroom, space is often our most limited resource, and your gift of a high-quality collaboration table has fundamentally changed the way my students interact with one another. \r\n\r\nThe impact on our daily routine was immediate and profound. We have been using this table as an additional hub for small-group instruction and collaborative projects, and the students absolutely love sitting at this table. There is something about the design and the designated space that shifts their mindset from \"individual work\" to \"teamwork.\" It has become one of the most coveted spot in the room. Whether they are huddled over a science experiment or working through a complex math problem, the table provides a sense of community that our standard individual desks simply cannot match. It has truly allowed our collaboration to \"achieve new heights\" by giving us the physical infrastructure to support high-level thinking.","fullyFundedDate":1762265335593,"projectUrl":"project/group-work-achieves-new-heights/9489638/","projectTitle":"Group Work Achieves New Heights","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Nielson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9518179_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750821228468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dmsanielson"},{"teacherId":9518179,"projectId":9897846,"letterContent":"On behalf of my 5th-grade scientists, I want to send a huge thank you for the incredible donation of high-capacity calculators for our project, \"Calculating Water Distribution.\" This project was born out of a real \"lightbulb moment\"—though not the kind teachers usually hope for! We were right in the middle of a science lesson when we realized our old, hand-me-down calculators only went up to 9 digits, but the big numbers we were working with needed at least 11. We had to stop everything and pivot to our Chromebooks, which really broke our momentum. Being a 5th grader is all about that hands-on feeling, and I am so excited that next year, when we tackle our water distribution unit, my students will have the right tools in their hands to handle those massive numbers without skipping a beat!\r\n\r\nWe've already put these new resources to work during our recent lesson on the properties of minerals. The students used the calculators to determine the density of various mineral samples. When the students first saw the new calculators, they were so impressed by how professional they looked—one student even said, \"Now we have real scientist tools!\" The relief I feel as a teacher knowing we won't hit a \"digit ceiling\" halfway through an experiment is immense. Thank you for recognizing this need and for ensuring my students have the precision they need to succeed in their scientific discoveries!","fullyFundedDate":1768160699431,"projectUrl":"project/calculating-water-distribution/9897846/","projectTitle":"Calculating Water Distribution","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Nielson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9518179_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750821228468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dmsanielson"},{"teacherId":9518179,"projectId":9489587,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for the incredible hydroponic mchine and the seeds you provided for our \"Cycling of Matter through Hydroponics\" project! From the very second the box landed in our classroom, my 5th graders were absolutely over the moon. Their initial reaction was pure, unfiltered wonder; they honestly thought the machine looked like a piece of sci-fi technology or a mini-spaceship. Many of them had never seen a plant grow without a big pot of dirt, so the idea that we were going to use just water and nutrients felt like a magic trick to them. This gift didn't just give us a piece of equipment; it turned our classroom into a living, breathing laboratory where every single student was engaged in the learning..\r\nWe have been putting these resources to work every single day, and the engagement has been off the charts! Each class period, the very first thing my students do is rush over to the machine to check for plant growth. We've been using our science notebooks to track every tiny change, and you should see how seriously they take their \"data collection.\" A specific moment that I'll never forget happened about two weeks in when we lifted the top to check the water. The students saw the roots for the first time and they were absolutely floored by how long and snowy-white they had become! One student shouted, \"It looks like an alien beard!\" and suddenly the whole class was crowded around, mesmerized by how those roots were reaching out to drink the nutrient-rich water. It was the perfect \"lightbulb moment\" for our lesson on how matter cycles through an ecosystem. They finally truly understood that the \"stuff\" making the plant bigger was coming from the water and air, not just the soil.\r\nI started this project because our DIY hydroponics did not work last year; we are happy to report that they did work this year! Students have learned that science doesn't just happen in a textbook; it happens in our hands and in our own recycled trash. Your generosity has turned my students into curious observers and confident problem-solvers who now see themselves as real scientists. It is so rare to find a project that keeps 5th graders this focused for weeks on end, but thanks to your support, they are more invested in science than I've ever seen them. We are so grateful for the \"magic\" you've brought into our room—thank you for helping us grow, both literally and figuratively!","fullyFundedDate":1758922102406,"projectUrl":"project/cycling-of-matter-through-hydroponics/9489587/","projectTitle":"Cycling of Matter through Hydroponics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Nielson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9518179_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750821228468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dmsanielson"},{"teacherId":9518179,"projectId":9403406,"letterContent":"On behalf of my entire 5th-grade class, I want to send a massive thank you for your incredibly generous donation to our project, \"Hands-On Science Made to Last.\" To a teacher, there is no sound more beautiful than a classroom full of students who are actually \"doing\" science rather than just reading about it, and your support has made that a daily reality for us. When the boxes of supplies arrived—overflowing with plates, balloons, spoons, knives, cups, and popsicle sticks—it felt like we had won the classroom lottery. My students were hovering over the packages, their eyes wide as they tried to guess what kind of \"mad scientist\" experiments we were about to pull off. There is a specific kind of magic that happens when a child sees a stack of simple materials and realizes their afternoon is about to be filled with building, testing, and exploring. For me, the relief was immediate; knowing that I finally have a fully stocked \"science pantry\" means I never have to tell a student \"no\" or scale back a lesson because we are missing a basic household item.","fullyFundedDate":1750773665898,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-science-made-to-last/9403406/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Science Made to Last","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Nielson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9518179_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750821228468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dmsanielson"},{"teacherId":8279619,"projectId":9087349,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, and on behalf of all my aspiring young scientists, thank you! Your generosity in fully funding our project, \"Special Energy Lab Equipment for Middle School Students,\" has already transformed the energy in our science classroom. What was once a collection of great ideas is now a tangible reality, and it's all thanks to you.\r\n\r\nThe supplies you helped us acquire—including the Horizon Energy Box, H2GP sprint car packs, and the hydrogen refiller—are not just equipment; they are essential tools that turn passive learning into active discovery. We can now move past looking at diagrams in textbooks and allow students to engage directly with the scientific process.\r\n\r\nThe Impact of Your Gift\r\n\r\nThis isn't just about having new things; it's about shifting the way our students learn. Your donation allows them to:\r\n\r\nBecome Investigators: Instead of being told facts, they get to test variables, collect data, and experience the 'a-ha!' moment of discovering scientific principles for themselves. For example, the H2GP sprint cars and the hydrogen refiller mean every student can participate safely in our upcoming unit on alternative energy resources, particularly hydrogen fuel cells.\r\n\r\nFeel Like Real Scientists: Holding a piece of quality, real-world equipment fosters a sense of professionalism and excitement. The students' faces light up when they realize they are using the same kind of tools professionals use every day.\r\n\r\nBoost Engagement and Confidence: For many students, science concepts only click when they can physically manipulate materials. This hands-on opportunity is a game-changer for conceptual understanding and critical thinking skills.\r\n\r\nWe are already putting these materials to great use, and I look forward to sharing pictures of our students in action as they dive into the world of clean energy and sustainable transportation!\r\n\r\nYour investment in our classroom is an investment in the future engineers, doctors, and innovators who are sitting right here in my room. Thank you for believing in my students and supporting the power of experiential learning.","fullyFundedDate":1754062890488,"projectUrl":"project/special-energy-lab-equipment-for-middle/9087349/","projectTitle":"Special Energy Lab Equipment for Middle School Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Willoughby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8279619_orig.png?crop=288,288,x0,y11&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642705115349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8279619"},{"teacherId":9518179,"projectId":9295289,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our 5th grade classroom. The Choose Your Own Adventure Books have been a great addition to our classroom. \r\nWe recently used the explorers book. Students were able to decide as a group which path they wanted to take. Students were engaged in the reading and begged to try again the next day. \r\nThey are excited to read others later in the year when we get to those time periods as well.\r\nI had one student ask to borrow a book and take it home and another ask where they could find other books like that one. \r\nThanks for helping to light the fire of loving reading!","fullyFundedDate":1746487125899,"projectUrl":"project/you-choose-interactive-us-history/9295289/","projectTitle":"\"You Choose\" Interactive U.S. History","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Nielson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9518179_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750821228468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dmsanielson"},{"teacherId":9518179,"projectId":9232051,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to our 5th grade classroom of a new mail sorter. \r\nWith our departmentalized 5th grade, 51 students in two separate classes share our classroom space. Having their individual cubbies has helped to keep their materials separate.\r\nStudents do share a desk between classes and have some shared materials in their desk. However, there isn't enough space in the desks for their science and math notebooks or their math workbooks. Students might grab their desk partner's materials instead as well. \r\nIndividual space has been a welcome and needed addition.","fullyFundedDate":1746785267149,"projectUrl":"project/mail-sorter/9232051/","projectTitle":"Mail Sorter","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Nielson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9518179_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750821228468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dmsanielson"},{"teacherId":9518179,"projectId":9497165,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping create some more excitement for our Fun Fridays. It has been great to have an additional option for students to choose from during this time. \r\nFun Friday is a time that all 5th graders who are prepared throughout the week can have 30 minutes of recreation time. It provides motivation for students to stay caught up on their work. Before receiving the flag football, we also had dodgeball and 9 square.\r\nIn addition, having a home for our classroom balls has been great. I was able to pull some balls from a previous year out to offer to students. \r\nA special thank you to Dick's Sporting Goods for making this project happen with a match offer.","fullyFundedDate":1754581316425,"projectUrl":"project/cant-contain-our-excitement-for-fun-fri/9497165/","projectTitle":"Can't Contain our Excitement for Fun Fridays","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Nielson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9518179_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750821228468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dmsanielson"},{"teacherId":9518179,"projectId":9096791,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my thanks for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project, \"Seeing Science.\" Thanks to your contribution, our classroom is now equipped with a rolling cart that has revolutionized how we conduct our science demonstrations. This addition allows me to meticulously prepare experiments in advance of class, enhancing the quality and efficiency of our lessons. With everything organized and ready to go, I can focus more on engaging my students and less on logistics, resulting in a more dynamic learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe arrival of the cart was met with great excitement from my students. They are thrilled to have a front-row seat to science in action, as the cart allows for demonstrations to be easily visible from anywhere in the classroom. This has significantly improved their engagement and understanding of the material. Your support has not only provided a valuable tool but has also inspired curiosity and enthusiasm for science among my students. Thank you for making a tangible difference in our classroom and for investing in the educational experiences of our young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1744645955801,"projectUrl":"project/seeing-science/9096791/","projectTitle":"Seeing Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Amy Nielson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9518179_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750821228468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dmsanielson"},{"teacherId":9518179,"projectId":9036463,"letterContent":"I am writing to express our heartfelt gratitude for your incredible support in funding our \"Hands-On Math Experiences\" project through DonorsChoose. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom at Delta Middle School is now equipped with essential tools that have transformed our math learning environment. The multiplication dry erase boards are being utilized for targeted interventions, providing students with a hands-on approach to practice and master multiplication skills. The dice have added a fun and interactive component to our ordering decimals games, making learning both engaging and effective.\r\n\r\nOur students were thrilled to receive the new materials and have shown great enthusiasm in using the manipulatives during our math sessions. The fraction tiles are particularly popular, as they allow for dynamic on-the-board demonstrations that mirror the students' own fraction tiles, fostering a deeper understanding of fractions. Additionally, the cubes are being used to explore the concept of volume, enabling students to visualize and comprehend spatial relationships in a tangible way.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has not only enriched our curriculum but also ignited a passion for mathematics among our students. Witnessing their excitement and eagerness to engage with the new resources is a testament to the impact of your support. We are immensely grateful for your investment in our students' education and for helping us create an interactive and supportive learning environment. 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