{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Duane D Keller Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":54.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8268450,"projectId":9600501,"letterContent":"The new self-inking teacher stamps have already made a huge difference in our classroom. The very first day I used them, my students lit up when they saw a bright \"Well Done!\" or \"Needs Work\" stamped clearly on their papers. It gave them instant feedback they could actually understand without me having to write long notes on every assignment.\r\n\r\nYou can see in the photos how the stamps are showing up everywhere—from progress reports that go home to families to workbook pages where students are practicing comprehension skills. The kids immediately flip through their pages to find their stamp, and I've had several students proudly hold up a \"Perfect Paper\" stamp to show their classmates. Even my students who usually get discouraged by mistakes are more motivated now; instead of feeling embarrassed, they see the \"Redo Needed\" stamp as a simple, clear next step.\r\n\r\nThese stamps have also helped me speed up formative grading tremendously. With 160+ students, grading needs to be fast if I want to keep feedback meaningful—and these stamps make that possible.\r\n\r\nAs we move into our next unit, students are using their stamped work to track their progress and set goals. Your support has made feedback faster, clearer, and so much more motivating. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1760895583562,"projectUrl":"project/stamping-success-quick-clear-and-moti/9600501/","projectTitle":"Stamping Success: Quick, Clear, and Motivating Feedback for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aveleno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8268450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651534600871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-aveleno"},{"teacherId":8268450,"projectId":9293754,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has a scanner, and it has quickly become one of our most valuable tools. We have been focusing on doing more assignments on paper, since so many students are used to technology and we want to build their stamina with real writing and reading tasks. The scanner has allowed me to make sure those assignments are still accessible for everyone, even if they are working from home.\r\n\r\nOne of the best parts is how easy it is to share classwork right away. If a student is absent, I can scan our notes or graphic organizers and upload them so they do not fall behind. This has saved us so much time and has kept students more confident about catching up. The scanner has also been great when students misplace their work, since I can just reprint a copy instead of recreating it.","fullyFundedDate":1746786924298,"projectUrl":"project/work-from-anywhere-scan-to-pdf/9293754/","projectTitle":"Work From Anywhere, Scan to Pdf","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aveleno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8268450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651534600871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-aveleno"},{"teacherId":8268450,"projectId":9293724,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project for a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card. This resource has been such a blessing as I prepare to teach 8th grade again. It has been over 15 years since I last taught this grade level, and having access to fresh materials has given me the confidence and creativity I need to start strong.\r\n\r\nWith your support, I have been able to explore engaging activities that connect to the HMH 8th grade curriculum and help me meet the needs of my new students. I have already found lessons and practice pages that fit perfectly with our units and will keep students motivated. This gift card has allowed me to save time planning while still bringing exciting and meaningful resources into the classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I feel much more prepared to meet the challenges of a new grade level. My 8th graders will benefit from lessons that are not only aligned to their curriculum but also designed to spark interest and build skills. Your support is helping me give them the best possible start to the year, and I am so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1746498770392,"projectUrl":"project/creative-ideas-for-our-new-curriculum/9293724/","projectTitle":"Creative Ideas for our new Curriculum","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aveleno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8268450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651534600871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-aveleno"},{"teacherId":8268450,"projectId":9317984,"letterContent":"When your generous donation provided totes for our teachers, it may have seemed like a small thing, but in reality, it has made a huge difference for our school. This was the first year we were fully staffed, which meant there were fewer extra classrooms to store materials. Having sturdy totes has allowed teachers to safely and easily move their supplies, books, and teaching tools from one room to another without losing valuable items or spending hours trying to figure out where to put everything.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments came at the end of last year when students helped pack up supplies for teachers. They were proud to lend a hand, and the totes made the process so much easier. Teachers then used those same totes to move into their new rooms. Several shared how relieved they were to finally have a reliable way to move their classroom libraries and decorations in one trip instead of many.","fullyFundedDate":1746786997180,"projectUrl":"project/where-does-all-this-stuff-go/9317984/","projectTitle":"Where Does All This Stuff Go?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aveleno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8268450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651534600871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-aveleno"},{"teacherId":8912839,"projectId":9208349,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support, which plays a vital role in enhancing our math classroom environment. Your thoughtful donations, whether in the form of resources, materials, or time, have significantly contributed to creating an engaging and inspiring learning atmosphere for our students. \r\n\r\nThe positive impact of your generosity is reflected in the growing enthusiasm and academic progress of the students. They are becoming more confident in their problem-solving skills and are excited to tackle new challenges in mathematics. I am truly grateful for your contributions; they not only enrich our curriculum but also foster a love for learning that will benefit the students long after they leave our classroom. Thank you for being such an essential part of our educational journey!","fullyFundedDate":1746786157159,"projectUrl":"project/successful-in-math-class/9208349/","projectTitle":"Successful in Math Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8912839_orig.jpg?crop=1206,1205,x0,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1672515199363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8912839"},{"teacherId":8268450,"projectId":9186946,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us bring Rotating Literary Stations to life! Because of your generosity, we were able to create organized, engaging stations that help students strengthen their reading comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills through interactive, hands-on activities. The laminated directions, colored pencils, scissors, and glue at each station have allowed students to focus completely on learning, without unnecessary distractions.\r\n\r\nEach student was eager to have their own set of supplies at their station and genuinely appreciated not having to share materials. Having individual supplies has made clean-up a breeze and ensures that every student can immediately dive into the activities without delays. It has created a smoother, more efficient flow in the classroom, helping us maximize learning time while keeping students organized and confident.","fullyFundedDate":1743037347249,"projectUrl":"project/rotating-station-supplies-for-success/9186946/","projectTitle":"Rotating Station Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aveleno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8268450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651534600871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-aveleno"},{"teacherId":8268450,"projectId":9187038,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Your support arrived at exactly the right moment—just when our middle schoolers were starting to feel the pull of summer break. Thanks to the Starbursts, Jolly Ranchers, and fruit snacks you helped provide, we've been able to keep students motivated and focused on their academic goals, especially as they work through challenging programs like Edmentum ExactPath and Achieve 3000.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the baskets of treats set up in our classroom, their excitement was contagious. One student immediately shouted, \"I'm going to get all the blue Jolly Ranchers before anyone else!\" That moment of pure joy helped transform what had been overwhelming tasks into achievable and even fun challenges. Now, earning a treat for passing a lesson or meeting a growth goal has become a huge motivator, helping students stay committed to their work even when distractions are everywhere.\r\n\r\nAs we move toward the end of the year, students are pushing themselves to finish strong, motivated by both the treats and the real pride they feel when they see their progress. Your support has made such a meaningful difference, and we are so grateful to have you as part of our classroom's success story. Thank you again for believing in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1744667000122,"projectUrl":"project/treats-for-excellence/9187038/","projectTitle":"Treats for Excellence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aveleno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8268450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651534600871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-aveleno"},{"teacherId":8268450,"projectId":9208160,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! You might not realize it, but your support has made a tremendous difference during this allergy-filled spring season. Thanks to the facial tissues you helped provide, my students have been able to stay in the classroom, stay focused, and keep learning without constant trips to the nurse's office for simple sniffles and sneezes.\r\n\r\nWhen the tissue boxes arrived, the students were thrilled—yes, even about tissues! They immediately understood how important they were. A few students even joked, \"Now we won't have to use our sleeves anymore!\" It may seem small, but it was a huge moment in maintaining our classroom community, comfort, and hygiene. Having tissues within reach has helped us avoid the dreaded symphony of sniffles that can easily take over a room during allergy season.","fullyFundedDate":1743028090507,"projectUrl":"project/achoooo-spring-has-sprung-and-allergies/9208160/","projectTitle":"Achoooo! Spring Has Sprung and Allergies Have Come","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aveleno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8268450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651534600871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-aveleno"},{"teacherId":8268450,"projectId":9020399,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generous supplies that made such a difference in our classroom this year! With your support, we were able to complete our animal project in full color, using research from exciting new books to deepen our understanding. The vibrant materials brought our projects to life, making our learning more engaging and meaningful. Additionally, the new books allowed us to extend our reading beyond the classroom, helping us reach our goal of reading over 200 books for fun throughout the year!\r\n\r\nHaving paper copies for our assignments also gave us the opportunity to try new learning strategies without relying too much on technology for quick answers. This helped us strengthen our critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a way that truly enhanced our learning experience. Your kindness and generosity have made a lasting impact on our class, and we truly appreciate all that you have done to support our education. Thank you for believing in us and helping us grow as learners!","fullyFundedDate":1735426534903,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-books/9020399/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aveleno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8268450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651534600871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-aveleno"},{"teacherId":1043832,"projectId":8636690,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project. My students were so happy to get new white board markers. We use our markers daily and go through a lot of them. Using the markers on the desks or the whiteboards has help the students show their thinking and makes it more likely for them to actively participate in what we are doing.\r\n Along with the markers, the pencils, computer paper, and colored paper has been a blessing. Middle school students rarely seem to have a pencil with them and because we believe that mistakes are part of the learning process, they do all of the work in pencil. We use the colored paper for a variety of things such as exit tickets, and test notes. I also use it to print different types of puzzles and games for the students to help with them learn a new concept or practice skills that we have learned in a way that is not just boring.\r\n Your generosity to projects such as mine helps teachers like me provide different and fun learning opportunities to my students, many of whom do not enjoy math or feel that they are good at it.","fullyFundedDate":1731860698198,"projectUrl":"project/mathematical-minds-at-work/8636690/","projectTitle":"Mathematical Minds at Work","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeMarco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1043832_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454911538196","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ginademarco"},{"teacherId":5856411,"projectId":8385681,"letterContent":"Receiving the donation of math picture books has had a huge impact on my classroom! The books are an excellent way to introduce mathematical concepts. The stories and beautiful illustrations expose my students to topics and people in an engaging way. The books also helps students see how math exists in everyday life. I've noticed that students are more motivated to engage in math lessons when they can connect abstract concepts to stories and characters they can relate to.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading has become an interactive experience. After we read a math story, we often discuss the problem-solving strategies used by characters in the book. When we read a biography, we discussed the traits of the mathematician. This leads to group discussions where students share their ideas, methods, and sometimes even new ways of thinking about math problems. \r\n\r\nMy students are able to see math in a way they hadn't previously thought of. The picture books help introduce storytelling into our classroom, and this has helped some students connect to math in a more meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1716043993821,"projectUrl":"project/numbers-in-storyland/8385681/","projectTitle":"Numbers In Storyland","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Charles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5856411_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565677607787","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sm-charles"},{"teacherId":8268450,"projectId":8983820,"letterContent":"Having new books in the classroom library has already had a profound impact on my students' enthusiasm for reading. When the new additions arrived just before the holiday break, they created a buzz of excitement among the students. The fresh selection of engaging titles immediately drew their attention, and many students eagerly browsed through the books, discussing which ones they wanted to read. This enthusiasm was particularly meaningful as it came at a time when students were preparing for a long break — a period that often sees a dip in academic engagement.\r\n\r\nSeveral students chose to take a couple of books home for the holidays, and they expressed genuine excitement about having something enjoyable and new to read during their time off. This opportunity not only reinforced the habit of reading but also provided a constructive and enriching way for them to spend their holiday downtime. I've already heard from a few students about how much they enjoyed their books and how they're looking forward to reading more from our collection. It's clear that having access to a refreshed and appealing library has helped to nurture a love for reading in my students, and I'm thrilled to see them growing as independent and enthusiastic readers.","fullyFundedDate":1733249243350,"projectUrl":"project/serial-books-for-serious-reading/8983820/","projectTitle":"Serial Books for Serious Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aveleno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8268450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651534600871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-aveleno"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_65887","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1062,"numTeachers":50,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":12,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":75,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"21.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":46.0,"schoolId":65887,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Duane D Keller Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Duane D Keller Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/duane-d-keller-middle-school/65887"}