{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Fairfield Junior High School","outOfStateSupporters":18.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7952312,"projectId":9576038,"letterContent":"We are so grateful to all donors for helping bring new electric drum sets and stick bags to our band program! Your generosity has given our percussionists the chance to explore, practice, and perform with energy and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe electric drum sets have opened up exciting new opportunities for our rhythm players, allowing them to practice quietly, perform with balance, and experience the joy of modern drumming. Now that our school has two jazz bands and more drummers, this allowed for one to be on the real set, and one to practice in real time on the electric one. The stick bags help students stay organized and have the full required stick set needed for all percussion classes. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' musical journey and for believing in their potential. You're helping keep the beat alive!","fullyFundedDate":1755747307046,"projectUrl":"project/drumming-up-a-great-school-year/9576038/","projectTitle":"Drumming Up a Great School Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Groneman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7952312_orig.jpg?crop=1735,1735,x559,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628454138889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ffjhbands"},{"teacherId":7952312,"projectId":9576239,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support in helping our jazz program grow! Thanks to your donations, we were able to purchase new amps, an electric piano, and essential cables for all the amps and instruments. These tools that have made a tremendous difference for our rhythm section and the entire ensemble. Thank you!! \r\n\r\nThis year, our jazz program expanded so much that we created two jazz bands! With more students eager to play, especially in the rhythm section, these new instruments and equipment were vital. The amps give our guitar and bass players the sound power they need to blend and shine, while the electric piano has opened up new musical possibilities for both groups. We have never had an electric piano or a guitar amp before!! We were so excited!\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' creativity and helping them swing into a fantastic year of music making!","fullyFundedDate":1755747306723,"projectUrl":"project/help-amp-up-our-jazz-band-groove/9576239/","projectTitle":"Help Amp Up Our Jazz Band Groove!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Groneman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7952312_orig.jpg?crop=1735,1735,x559,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628454138889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ffjhbands"},{"teacherId":7952312,"projectId":9517158,"letterContent":"We are so so grateful for your generous donations that helped our band program start the school year strong! Because of your support, our students received essential supplies including band binders, reeds, pencils, index tabs, and classroom lesson resources. These items may seem simple, but they make a tremendous difference in our students' daily experience.\r\n\r\nFor many of our young musicians, having the right materials helps them stay organized, take pride in their work, and feel truly prepared to learn and make music. The binders keep music neatly stored, reeds allow woodwind players to play their best, and the pencils and tabs help students stay engaged and ready to grow.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our classroom began the year with a sense of excitement and a \"fresh start\" feeling that continues to motivate our students each day. From all of us in the band program, thank you for believing in our students and investing in their success. Your generosity truly keeps the music playing! Thank you!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1754097139256,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-band-basics/9517158/","projectTitle":"Back to Band Basics!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Groneman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7952312_orig.jpg?crop=1735,1735,x559,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628454138889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ffjhbands"},{"teacherId":2598132,"projectId":9594633,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my Laser jet printer. I have needed a color printer for a few years. I use this for creating flash cards that need to be in color. I have to interrupt the people in the office to have them help me print on the office color printer, but not anymore. Having the printer in my room has made a big difference.\r\n\r\nI used the printer this year to print flyers for our Mini Cheer Clinic. I am the cheer advisor, and having this in color has made a big difference. I also used it to print flyers for our Cheer Trunk or Treat. \r\n\r\nIn addition, I used the color printer to print pictures that my STEM kids used for their paper circuits. In the past, we had to use an old printer that did a terrible job.\r\n\r\nI am excited to continue to use the colored printer to help with flash cards and other pictures that need to be in color.","fullyFundedDate":1755702851144,"projectUrl":"project/colored-printer-to-improve-science-learn/9594633/","projectTitle":"Colored Printer to Improve Science Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hellewell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2598132"},{"teacherId":7952312,"projectId":9208291,"letterContent":"Our band is SOOO grateful for your generous support in helping our band program purchase a bass clarinet and other much-needed classroom supplies. Your gift has made a direct impact on our students and their ability to grow as musicians.\r\n\r\nThe bass clarinet is an exciting addition to our program. For many of our students, this is their very first opportunity to experience the rich, low sounds of such an instrument. This instrument allowed us to add the amount of bass clarinets we had, exposing new students to a new side of music. \r\n\r\nHaving access to this allows us to perform music more fully and gives students the chance to explore a part of the band world that they otherwise may never have encountered. It will be used year after year, reaching countless young musicians for a long time to come.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our program. Your generosity gives students not just instruments and supplies, but also inspiration, pride, and the joy of making music together.","fullyFundedDate":1742960334658,"projectUrl":"project/gotta-have-that-bass-clarinet/9208291/","projectTitle":"Gotta Have That Bass... Clarinet!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Groneman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7952312_orig.jpg?crop=1735,1735,x559,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628454138889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ffjhbands"},{"teacherId":7952312,"projectId":9208311,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our band program through this project! We are thrilled to now have sturdy black music binders and other essential school supplies for our students. These binders make a huge difference compared to paper folders, which wear out quickly. Our band performs often, including outside events and assemblies where we're moving around a lot. The new binders are much more durable and will protect music through every rehearsal and performance. Durable materials mean a lot when you teach young musicians! \r\n\r\nYour gift doesn't just provide organization, it provides confidence. Students know their music is secure, easy to manage, and performance-ready no matter the setting. The additional school supplies also ensure our young musicians have what they need each day to stay engaged and successful.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students can focus on what matters most: making music together. Thank you for investing in our program and helping us create memorable performances for our school and community. Thank you for helping us get these binders and other much needed materials. Thank you!!!","fullyFundedDate":1742964537186,"projectUrl":"project/in-a-bind-without-black-binders/9208311/","projectTitle":"In a Bind Without Black Binders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Groneman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7952312_orig.jpg?crop=1735,1735,x559,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628454138889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ffjhbands"},{"teacherId":7952312,"projectId":9043367,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our musical service project! Because of your kindness, we were able to gather supplies to create thoughtful service bags and musical handouts to share with members of our community.\r\n\r\nThese materials allowed our students to connect with others through music in a meaningful and personal way. It was a powerful opportunity for them to learn that music can be a gift: something we can use to brighten someone's day, offer encouragement, or simply share a moment of joy. We paired this with out welcome to school night, and it went amazing!! \r\n\r\nYour support helped make this project possible, and we're truly grateful for your role in bringing it to life. Thank you for helping our students grow not just as musicians, but as caring members of their community.","fullyFundedDate":1736978654159,"projectUrl":"project/musical-service-and-support/9043367/","projectTitle":"Musical Service and Support","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Groneman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7952312_orig.jpg?crop=1735,1735,x559,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628454138889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ffjhbands"},{"teacherId":7952312,"projectId":9039740,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our musical Lunar New Year project! We were thrilled to receive new sheet music, beautifully crafted red envelopes to celebrate the holiday, and a wonderful collection of small instruments that brought an authentic touch to the music and helped us explore the traditional style with more depth.\r\n\r\nYour contribution made a meaningful difference in our students' experience. With your help, they were able to engage with the cultural and musical traditions of the Lunar New Year in a hands-on, creative way. The instruments added a special spark to our rehearsals, and the red decorations brought the spirit of the celebration to life.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kindness and belief in the power of music education. Thank you for helping us make this project both educational and memorable!","fullyFundedDate":1736789268395,"projectUrl":"project/a-new-year-for-lunar-music-and-messages/9039740/","projectTitle":"A New Year for Lunar Music and Messages","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Groneman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7952312_orig.jpg?crop=1735,1735,x559,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628454138889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ffjhbands"},{"teacherId":7952312,"projectId":8980386,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our school community, I want to express my sincere gratitude for your support in providing hot chocolate supplies and hot liquid containers! Your generosity made a meaningful impact both in our classroom and at our winter concert's community event.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, we were able to bring students, families, and staff together after the concert to celebrate with a warm, comforting treat. This gathering strengthened our sense of community and gave our young musicians a special moment of pride and joy. They were so excited to have the extra bonding opportunities!\r\n\r\nBeyond the concert, your support has also brightened our classroom. Many of my students come from backgrounds where small comforts like a warm drink mean so much, and the extra opportunities to be recognized by parents and community members means a lot! Whether as a reward for hard work, a way to lift spirits on a chilly day, or a simple moment of togetherness, your generosity has created lasting memories. \r\n\r\nIn music, shared experiences build connections. Your kindness has added warmth (both literally and figuratively) to our program, reinforcing that there are people who believe in and support our students. That encouragement is invaluable, thank you!\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for making a difference. Your kindness has touched many lives, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1733286518964,"projectUrl":"project/hot-hot-yeawe-need-it/8980386/","projectTitle":"Hot! Hot! Yea...We Need it...","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Groneman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7952312_orig.jpg?crop=1735,1735,x559,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628454138889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ffjhbands"},{"teacherId":7952312,"projectId":8963056,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our growing band program! With more students eager to play than ever before, the addition of a brand new french horn and flute is making a huge difference in ensuring that every musician has the opportunity to participate. \r\n\r\nIt would've taken me YEARS to save and save for a french horn, so this project means the world to my students! The horn sound is essential for our ensemble, and having a school-owned instrument removes financial barriers, allowing more students to explore its unique role in our music. \r\n\r\nLikewise, the increase in flute players this year has been exciting, especially for our ELL and refugee students who rely on school-owned instruments. Your generosity ensures that these students can focus on their musical growth without the worry of finding their own equipment. Thanks to your support, our band is stronger, more inclusive, and ready to make beautiful music together. We truly appreciate your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1733260877011,"projectUrl":"project/toots-and-flutes-a-dynamic-duo/8963056/","projectTitle":"Toots and Flutes: A Dynamic Duo!!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Groneman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7952312_orig.jpg?crop=1735,1735,x559,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628454138889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ffjhbands"},{"teacherId":7952312,"projectId":8957524,"letterContent":"To everyone who helped on our musical vibes project, thank you!!! \r\n\r\nYour donation of portable percussion bell kits is making a tremendous impact, giving my jazz rhythm students the opportunity to practice at home just like their peers who play brass and woodwinds. These kits are a game-changer, allowing students to build muscle memory, refine their technique, and explore different musical styles beyond the classroom. \r\n\r\nYour support ensures that every student, regardless of their financial situation, has an equal chance to grow as a musician. The excitement in our classroom is already palpable as students realize they now have the tools to practice independently and contribute even more confidently to our ensembles. Thanks to you, our young musicians are better equipped to succeed, and we can't wait to share the results of their hard work. We truly appreciate your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1733260877442,"projectUrl":"project/gotta-have-those-good-musical-vibes/8957524/","projectTitle":"Gotta Have Those Good Musical Vibes!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Groneman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7952312_orig.jpg?crop=1735,1735,x559,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628454138889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ffjhbands"},{"teacherId":7952312,"projectId":8957495,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in helping us secure a new trumpet and trombone! These instruments are essential to our program, and your support ensures that every student who wants to play has the opportunity to do so. Losing two trumpets last year was a huge setback, and with more students eager to play trombone than we have instruments for, your contribution has helped fill a critical gap in our band. Thank you! \r\n\r\nWith these new additions, our students can fully participate in jazz band, concert band, and beyond!! Music education fosters creativity, discipline, and teamwork, and now more students can experience those benefits firsthand. I was so excited to get to show the brand new instruments to my students this year, and excited to continue to promote music in my school. \r\n\r\nThanks to you, we are one step closer to a well-balanced band and a brighter future for our musicians. 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