{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Duane D Keller Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":51.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9360706,"projectId":10573162,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and instructors of the Keller Middle School Beginning Aviation Program, I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donation of drones to our program.\r\n\r\nThese drones have transformed our curriculum from theoretical concepts into high-flying reality. For many of our students, the moment they first saw a drone lift off the ground, a spark of genuine curiosity was ignited. They are no longer just learning about lift, drag, weight and thrust from a textbook; they are experiencing these principles firsthand as they navigate their drones through obstacle courses and practice precision landings.\r\n\r\nBeyond the technical skills, your gift has fostered a sense of confidence and collaboration among our students. They work in teams, troubleshooting flight paths and cheering each other on as they master new maneuvers. You have provided them with more than just equipment—you have provided them with a gateway to the world of aerospace engineering and a belief that they are capable of navigating the future.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' potential and helping us take our program to new heights. We are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1788495332942,"projectUrl":"project/keller-middle-school-beginning-aviation/10573162/","projectTitle":"Keller Middle School Beginning Aviation Program","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clemons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9360706"},{"teacherId":10420732,"projectId":10571978,"letterContent":"Thank You for Supporting My 8th Grade Computer Science Classroom\r\n\r\nI would like to sincerely thank the generous donors who supported my \"Computer Science Technology Needed\" project. Your donation of keyboards, computer mice, headphones, and a color printer has made a wonderful difference in my 8th grade computer science classroom.\r\n\r\nThese materials may seem simple, but they are extremely important to our daily learning. The additional keyboards and mice allow more students to have the equipment they need while completing computer-based assignments and hands-on activities. The headphones help students stay focused while watching instructional videos, listening to directions, and working independently without distracting others.\r\n\r\nThe color printer has also been a great addition to our classroom. It allows me to provide students with colorful resources and print student work and projects that they can see, share, and be proud of.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these donations help create a classroom where students have the tools they need to participate, explore, and learn. My students are able to spend more time developing their computer skills, solving problems, creating projects, and gaining confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping me provide them with the resources they need to succeed. Your generosity is making our computer science classroom a more engaging, productive, and supportive place to learn. My students and I truly appreciate your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1788483057557,"projectUrl":"project/computer-science-technology-needed/10571978/","projectTitle":"Computer Science Technology Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Everett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10420732"},{"teacherId":5886677,"projectId":10571840,"letterContent":"Thank you to the Nevada Department of Education for generously funding our \"Testing Materials for Excelling Middle Schoolers\" project. Your support ensures that our students have the essential supplies they need to approach Nevada's state summative assessments feeling prepared, confident, and ready to demonstrate everything they have learned.\r\n\r\nThe new earbuds will allow students to access audio features, read-aloud accommodations, and online testing tools in a quiet, focused environment. The college-ruled paper and pre-sharpened pencils will give every student dependable materials for solving math problems, organizing their thoughts, taking notes, and drafting written responses. No student will have to worry about bringing these basic supplies from home.\r\n\r\nThese resources will support nearly 1,000 students in grades 6–8, helping remove unnecessary stress and create a more equitable testing experience. Beyond state assessments, the materials will also strengthen daily instruction in literacy, mathematics, and technology-based learning throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your investment in our students and their academic success. By providing these foundational tools, you are helping our Jayhawks focus on what truly matters: showing their knowledge, believing in their abilities, and continuing to grow. Thank you for helping every student have the opportunity to excel.","fullyFundedDate":1788478711598,"projectUrl":"project/testing-materials-for-excelling-middle-s/10571840/","projectTitle":"Testing Materials for Excelling Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Harlan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5886677_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537224929350","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/z-harlan"},{"teacherId":5886677,"projectId":10358140,"letterContent":"Thank you for generously supporting our \"From Awards Night to Movie Night\" project. Because of your kindness, we now have the equipment needed to create meaningful, high-quality events that celebrate our students and bring our school community together. Your support sends a powerful message to our Jayhawks: their accomplishments matter, and they deserve to be recognized.\r\n\r\nThe new projector, portable stand, and folding tables will allow us to transform our gym, cafeteria, and outdoor spaces into welcoming gathering places. During Awards Night, families will be able to clearly see student names, photographs, and presentations as we honor their hard work. The tables will provide organized spaces for awards, refreshments, displays, check-in stations, concessions, and activity materials.\r\n\r\nThese resources will also support family movie nights, assemblies, parent events, school presentations, and many other activities throughout the year. Because the equipment is portable and durable, it will benefit nearly 1,000 students and their families while helping our school host memorable events for years to come.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful to both donors who made this project possible. Thank you for helping our students feel recognized, included, and proud of their school. Your investment will strengthen school spirit, deepen connections among students, families, and staff, and create joyful memories throughout our Jayhawk community.","fullyFundedDate":1782762320172,"projectUrl":"project/from-awards-night-to-movie-night/10358140/","projectTitle":"From Awards Night to Movie Night","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Harlan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5886677_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537224929350","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/z-harlan"},{"teacherId":5886677,"projectId":10353941,"letterContent":"Thank you for generously supporting \"Tools for Success: Helping Jayhawks Soar Higher.\" Because of you, our students have access to the everyday supplies and supportive learning environment they need to participate fully, stay engaged, and approach each school day with confidence. Your kindness reminds our students that people beyond our school believe in their potential.\r\n\r\nThe new journals, writing supplies, earbuds, and organizational materials are helping remove barriers to learning across classrooms and grade levels. Flexible seating makes our learning spaces more comfortable and welcoming, while recognition items and incentives allow us to celebrate perseverance, growth, and achievement. Together, these resources help students feel prepared, valued, and motivated to do their best.\r\n\r\nYour support also reaches beyond the classroom. Equipment for our developing volleyball and flag football programs gives students more opportunities to build teamwork, discipline, and school pride. Because many of the materials are shared throughout our school, your generosity will positively affect nearly 1,000 students and strengthen our entire Jayhawk community.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful to each donor who helped bring this project to life. Thank you for investing in our students and giving them the tools, encouragement, and opportunities they need to soar higher—both in school and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1782759948914,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-jayhawks-for-successin-the-cl/10353941/","projectTitle":"Equipping Jayhawks for Success—In the Classroom and Beyond","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Harlan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5886677_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537224929350","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/z-harlan"},{"teacherId":5886677,"projectId":10322255,"letterContent":"Thank you for generously supporting \"Tools for Success: Helping Jayhawks Soar Higher.\" Because of you, our students have access to the everyday supplies and supportive learning environment they need to participate fully, stay engaged, and approach each school day with confidence. Your kindness reminds our students that people beyond our school believe in their potential.\r\n\r\nThe new journals, writing supplies, earbuds, and organizational materials are helping remove barriers to learning across classrooms and grade levels. Flexible seating makes our learning spaces more comfortable and welcoming, while recognition items and incentives allow us to celebrate perseverance, growth, and achievement. Together, these resources help students feel prepared, valued, and motivated to do their best.\r\n\r\nYour support also reaches beyond the classroom. Equipment for our developing volleyball and flag football programs gives students more opportunities to build teamwork, discipline, and school pride. Because many of the materials are shared throughout our school, your generosity will positively affect nearly 1,000 students and strengthen our entire Jayhawk community.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful to each donor who helped bring this project to life. Thank you for investing in our students and giving them the tools, encouragement, and opportunities they need to soar higher—both in school and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1782412824319,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-success-helping-jayhawks-soar/10322255/","projectTitle":"Tools for Success: Helping Jayhawks Soar Higher","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Harlan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5886677_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537224929350","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/z-harlan"},{"teacherId":8695072,"projectId":10337895,"letterContent":"My students are using the new resources to begin their sewing journey and create projects that combine sewing, quilting, embroidery and embellishment. They are measuring and cutting fabric, as well as using beads and decorative stitching to create unique designs. They are practicing safe cutting techniques with the scissors and rotary tools while learning how to carefully measure their finished work.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to complete the panning and design stages, practice required stitches, and begin assembling the projects. Students will test their techniques on fabric, make adjustments when needed, and then create their final pieces. At the end of the lesson, they will share their work and reflect on the skills they developed.","fullyFundedDate":1782426218206,"projectUrl":"project/quilting-for-middle-school/10337895/","projectTitle":"Quilting for Middle School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8695072_orig.png?crop=649,649,x33,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664037010232","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8695072"},{"teacherId":10407252,"projectId":10030357,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support of the \"Making Math Fun\" project. Bringing these whiteboards and manipulatives into our 8th-grade classroom has completely transformed how my students engage with mathematics.\r\n\r\nThe transition from basic arithmetic to abstract algebraic reasoning is often the most challenging leap for middle schoolers. The manipulatives you funded provided a tangible way for students to visualize these new concepts. Instead of simply trying to memorize formulas, they can now physically model equations and see the relationships between variables in real time.\r\n\r\nThe individual whiteboards have been equally impactful, especially when paired with our cooperative learning structures. Every single student is now an active participant in the lesson. I can instantly gauge the room to see who grasps the concept and who needs a bit more guidance. Students also feel much more confident taking risks and making mistakes on an erasable whiteboard than on traditional paper. During a recent lesson on linear equations, the energy in the room shifted entirely as students collaborated, worked through problems together, and proudly held up their boards to share their solutions.\r\n\r\nYour contribution did more than just provide classroom supplies—it gave my students the confidence to tackle complex problems and the tools to actively own their learning. Thank you for investing in their education and helping them build a strong foundation for high school.\r\n\r\nWith sincere gratitude,\r\n\r\nDenarto Dennis\r\n8th Grade Mathematics\r\nKeller Middle School","fullyFundedDate":1769177569608,"projectUrl":"project/making-math-fun/10030357/","projectTitle":"Making Math Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dennis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10407252"},{"teacherId":10115151,"projectId":10384298,"letterContent":"Our new books have brought so many new opportunities for my students to explore reading in a way that feels meaningful and enjoyable. The books introduce students to different countries, cultures, vocabulary, and perspectives that they may not encounter in their everyday lives. My students have especially enjoyed learning new words in both English and Spanish while reading about places and people from around the world. They love discovering new cultures and making connections between what they read and the music and traditions we explore in our Mariachi classroom.\r\n\r\nAfter our lessons, students love spending time in our cozy corner, choosing a book and reading independently. The ambient lighting, comfortable space, and friendly posters have created an environment where students feel more relaxed and comfortable. Some students have even told me that they enjoy coming into my classroom just to study, complete their work, or read in the cozy corner because they find the space so peaceful. It has become a place where students can take a break, focus, and enjoy learning at their own pace.\r\n\r\nI have been especially excited to see students who may not always choose reading on their own become interested in the new books. They love looking through the different titles and sharing what they have learned with me and their classmates. Hearing students talk excitedly about different countries, new vocabulary, and the books they have discovered has shown me how much the new reading space has impacted them. What started as a cozy corner has become a welcoming part of our classroom where students genuinely want to spend their time.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and supporting us!","fullyFundedDate":1785391646285,"projectUrl":"project/when-students-see-themselves-they-belie/10384298/","projectTitle":"When Students See Themselves, They Believe in Themselves","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10115151_orig.jpg?crop=1638,1638,x798,y1126&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767856825521","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emivargas"},{"teacherId":8128969,"projectId":10268300,"letterContent":"Thank you for contributing to our education. Because of you, we will have more opportunities to experience hands-on learning. The resources you provided will enable us to focus on our learning instead of what materials we are missing.\r\n\r\nWe know that it can be difficult to donate to the many needs in our society, so we would like to extend our gratitude to you for choosing to help us have a stronger and better future. The lessons we are receiving are interesting and engaging because of these resources, and we cannot thank you enough.\r\n\r\nWe will never forget what you have done and will pay it forward.","fullyFundedDate":1778108028298,"projectUrl":"project/artistic-impressions-through-paint-and-m/10268300/","projectTitle":"Artistic Impressions Through Paint and Media","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. McGregor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8128969_orig.jpg?crop=620,620,x8,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768092106440","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-wmcgregor"},{"teacherId":8128969,"projectId":10272040,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kind gift to me and my students. We are very appreciative of your generosity and know that it was completed only through your desire to help. \r\n\r\nWe have begun using the printer paper, markers, pens, Kleenex, and other supplies. They have made the beginning of the school year special and fun! The students have enjoyed writing, drawing, and working together through your kind gift. \r\n\r\nIt can be difficult to start school without the necessities, but this year that was not a worry because of you. Your thoughtfulness will not be forgotten.","fullyFundedDate":1778119660810,"projectUrl":"project/basic-supplies-are-basic-to-learning/10272040/","projectTitle":"Basic Supplies are Basic to Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. McGregor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8128969_orig.jpg?crop=620,620,x8,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768092106440","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-wmcgregor"},{"teacherId":8128969,"projectId":10264904,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing my students with materials and resources that are helping them learn. They were very excited when the packages arrived. They used the clay to build \"monuments\" to honor important figures in history. \r\n\r\nThe tubs are phenomenal. They have created a much more organized system that allows the students to find what they need easily and quickly. This saves them time and effort, which is a wonderful benefit for all the students and me.\r\n\r\nI cannot thank you enough for your kindness. My current students are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to build \"brains\" out of the clay, while others are excited to use the cardstock to draw, paint, and build other hands-on models of their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1778035893908,"projectUrl":"project/creating-to-cement-our-learning/10264904/","projectTitle":"Creating to Cement Our Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. McGregor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8128969_orig.jpg?crop=620,620,x8,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768092106440","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-wmcgregor"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_65887","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1119,"numTeachers":50,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":11,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":78,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":1,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"22.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":48.1,"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"}