{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Floyd Light Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":32.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9714932,"projectId":9650690,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Because of your support, I was able to create a calm corner in my classroom and provide new sports equipment for my students to enjoy during their breaks.\r\n\r\nThe rolling utility cart has been perfect for organizing our calm-corner materials—it neatly holds the timer, fidgets, and calming books students can choose from. The bungee folding chair has quickly become a favorite spot for students who need a moment to reset. The sand timer also gives them an easy, visual way to understand how much break time they have.\r\n\r\nThe electric pencil sharpener has been a daily blessing. It keeps our pencils sharp quickly and efficiently, and the students absolutely love using it. With limited outlets in my instruction area, the new power strip has also made a huge difference in helping me manage all the cords I rely on.\r\n\r\nDuring outside breaks, the students are always excited to use the new sports equipment. Soccer and football have been the most popular choices, and the volleyball, frisbee, and jump rope have been well-loved, too. Unfortunately, the volleyball broke early on, but while it lasted, it brought the kids a lot of joy. Overall, the equipment has encouraged teamwork, cooperation, and plenty of fun.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting my classroom and helping create meaningful experiences for my students. Your generosity truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1756746685696,"projectUrl":"project/a-calming-corner-for-classroom-wellness/9650690/","projectTitle":"A Calming Corner for Classroom Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9714932_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y282&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725494501846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9714932"},{"teacherId":2060745,"projectId":9566026,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my donors choose project. This Fall we have been learning about staying organized while cooking. We've been using deli containers to prep ingredients for our recipes such as the homemade macaroni and cheese we made recently. Next week we are going to be making homemade pizza from scratch and we'll use the large deli containers to store our pizza dough. Many of my students this is their first time cooking so having new tools to keep us organized is very helpful. We're excited to continue using the new items for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1755705080549,"projectUrl":"project/mise-en-place-time/9566026/","projectTitle":"Mise en Place Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henneke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2060745_orig.jpg?crop=839,839,x866,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696889450603","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-henneke"},{"teacherId":9340495,"projectId":9269139,"letterContent":"A huge THANK YOU for providing our classroom with lifesavers and small treats/rewards for reading aloud. \r\n It is really hard to get middle schoolers to willingly read aloud in front of their peers, especially students who have low reading skills. I have had a tremendous increase in students being willing to read texts and articles aloud in class. Some days, I have to tell students they will have to wait until the next class to read because we had more students who wanted to read than reading parts. \r\nThat is a wonderful problem to have! :-)\r\n I know that as the year progresses, I will have even more students become more comfortable and \"brave\". I hope by the end of the year that EVERY student will have been willing to read aloud at least once.\r\n Thank you again! It is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1746787159996,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-for-reading-aloud-in-class/9269139/","projectTitle":"Incentives for Reading Aloud in Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maxwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340495_orig.jpg?crop=612,612,x0,y89&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698158155797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9340495"},{"teacherId":9340495,"projectId":9255667,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our class get our Junior Scholastic Magazines! Students have loved reading the current events articles and discussing some of the debates/pick a side issues.\r\n One article they enjoyed debating was titled, \"Are We Too Wired\". It looked at both sides: using technology in every day tasks that can be helpful, but also our increasing reliance/dependence on devices. We also tied that into our new state law on phones being banned in the schools.\r\n Another article the students enjoyed was, \"Too Many Camels?\". It discussed this problem happening in Australia right now. My students were blown away that they had camels in Australia. They thought camels were only in the Middle East and Africa.\r\n Once again, thank you for this wonderful resource! Our class loves using the magazines to learn about current and past history and events.\r\nThank you!\r\nToni Maxwell","fullyFundedDate":1744995186897,"projectUrl":"project/learning-about-history-with-junior-schol/9255667/","projectTitle":"Learning About History With Junior Scholastic Is Awesome!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maxwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340495_orig.jpg?crop=612,612,x0,y89&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698158155797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9340495"},{"teacherId":10033642,"projectId":9411307,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, my students now have access to a full class set of The Giver by Lois Lowry—a timeless and thought-provoking novel that encourages critical thinking, empathy, and meaningful discussion. In our underfunded Title I school, many students do not have regular access to high-quality books at home, making classroom sets like this one essential for equitable learning. With these copies, every student can hold the same book in their hands, follow along together, and engage in rich literary analysis without barriers.\r\n\r\nThis book opens doors for my students to explore complex themes such as individuality, freedom, and the importance of memory and choice. Through reading The Giver, they'll strengthen their comprehension, vocabulary, and writing skills while also connecting literature to their own lives and communities. \r\n\r\nYour support helps us create a more inclusive and inspiring classroom environment. It reminds my students that their education matters and that people beyond our school walls believe in their ability to learn, dream, and grow. Thank you for helping us turn the simple act of reading into a transformative experience.","fullyFundedDate":1750077348920,"projectUrl":"project/give-the-giver-by-lois-lowry-to-my-7th/9411307/","projectTitle":"Give 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry to My 7th Graders.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bundy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10033642"},{"teacherId":10033731,"projectId":9503383,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! The Nearpod and Junior Scholastic subscription will help my students in both science and social studies stay engaged in learning. \r\n\r\nIn social studies, we are able to focus on current events by using the Junior Scholastic subscription. We discuss current events every week in class and this subscription will help us go even more in depth with events happening in the world. My students are excited to see how current events are relevant to their lives. \r\n\r\nIn science, we are able to utilize the Nearpod subscription for a variety of topics related to the 6th grade science standards. The lessons are engaging and help students understand the many topics of 6th grade science with a special emphasis on ecosystems and weather/climate. \r\n\r\nBoth of these subscriptions make learning accessible to a variety of student learning needs. With varying reading levels, videos, and language translations, my students are able to use these resources to support their learning at many different levels and abilities. \r\n\r\nThank you again for donating to help my students. Your support is much appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1754338223478,"projectUrl":"project/junior-scholastic-and-nearpod-for-6th-gr/9503383/","projectTitle":"Junior Scholastic and Nearpod for 6th Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gaudina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10033731"},{"teacherId":2060745,"projectId":9040153,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project. My classes change every 18 weeks so we just had a chance to finally use the new sewing machines. Over the past few years I have been slowly building up my supply of sewing machines and now I finally have enough machines so each student can have their own to use during our sewing machine unit. This year I had some really creative students and they have been able to express themselves through sewing. I cannot wait to continue using my sewing machines for years to come with all of my FACS students.","fullyFundedDate":1738949527416,"projectUrl":"project/time-to-sew/9040153/","projectTitle":"Time to Sew","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henneke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2060745_orig.jpg?crop=839,839,x866,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696889450603","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-henneke"},{"teacherId":6613298,"projectId":9064016,"letterContent":"My students and I are sending a huge thank you for your incredible generosity in funding our project! Your contribution has directly addressed a real need in our science classroom by providing us with all new science stools.\r\n\r\nThe impact of these new stools has been immediately noticeable. Previously, we were working with broken and unstable seating, which was not only uncomfortable but also a distraction during experiments and discussions. Now, thanks to your support, my students have safe and functional seating that allows them to fully focus on their scientific explorations. A recent lab activity, for example, was much more productive and engaging because students were comfortable and could easily participate without the distraction of wobbly or damaged stools.\r\n\r\nThe arrival of the new stools was met with genuine enthusiasm. My students were so excited to see the sturdy and reliable replacements for our old ones. There were smiles all around, and a palpable sense of relief and appreciation filled the room. It's amazing how something as fundamental as proper seating can positively influence the learning atmosphere.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these new science stools will continue to support countless experiments, discussions, and collaborative projects. They provide a stable and comfortable foundation for learning as we delve into various scientific concepts and investigations. Your thoughtful donation has not only improved the physical environment of our classroom but has also enhanced the overall learning experience for my students.\r\n\r\nThank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for your wonderful support. Your kindness has made a tangible and lasting improvement to our science classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1739375892212,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-science-students-take-a-seat-in/9064016/","projectTitle":"Help My Science Students Take a Seat in Discovery!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6613298_orig.jpg?crop=748,748,x518,y262&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716659305356","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6613298"},{"teacherId":9013840,"projectId":8974554,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous contributions, students were able to use Posca paint markers to add exquisite details to some of their projects this year. Many students were excited right away, as they have seen this awesome tool being used on social media. Others were more hesitant, but became enamored when they realized they could create fine line paint details that are challenging to create with a brush.\r\n\r\nWe have used the Posca markers in several projects this year, including our self portraits. Students had the option to use the markers to add depth to their abstract backgrounds, which made their work even more personal. Some students used the markers in the foreground, accentuating their portrait against the colored background. Thanks to this great tool, students were able to express themselves, explore, and extend their learning beyond the instructional steps. This resulted in beautiful, unique, and eye-catching final products.\r\n\r\nThese quality markers will last for years to come, and bring creative possibilities to loads of future projects. Thank you for providing this great tool to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1733150772644,"projectUrl":"project/increase-art-engagement-and-success-with/8974554/","projectTitle":"Increase Art Engagement And Success With Acrylic Paint Markers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Himmelstein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9013840_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682094866111","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9013840"},{"teacherId":3105641,"projectId":9089265,"letterContent":"Our school launched our first One School One Book program to support literacy and family engagement. All students and staff received the same book to read together and have discussions. We had trivia, a scavenger hunt and incentives throughout the month. We are ending with Wishing Day where everyone creates a wish for a banner and then decorate our school with everyone's wishes. \r\n\r\nThe donations help support our efforts and provide many of the materials needed for the activities. Students were engaged and had a good time with the activities while reading together. The book had meaningful themes we were able to discuss. We appreciate your support as we were able to pull off this very meaningful program.","fullyFundedDate":1739375889216,"projectUrl":"project/one-school-one-book-reading-incentives/9089265/","projectTitle":"One School One Book Reading Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dole Church","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3105641_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507740106206","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-dolechurch"},{"teacherId":9340495,"projectId":9019052,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our, \"Incentives That Will Help My Students Be Active at Home!\" project! You were all so incredible and generous. This project could not have been accomplished without you! \r\n Throughout the year, my students can earn a ticket for our \"Ticket Day\". This is a day when I put out lots of prizes and books from which my students can choose. (They earn tickets for attendance, respectful behavior, great effort, completing assignments, etc)\r\n When we did our most recent \"Ticket Day\", students were extremely excited to see basketballs available! Not only were the ones who chose them excited, but other students kept asking me when we would have the next \"Ticket Day\" and if I had more basketballs.\r\n Since that day, many students have told me stories of using their new basketballs and how much fun they've had with friends and/or siblings. They are so appreciative, and I am so thankful for your generosity and partnership!","fullyFundedDate":1735261028055,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-that-will-help-my-students-be/9019052/","projectTitle":"Incentives That Will Help My Students Be Active at Home!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maxwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9340495_orig.jpg?crop=612,612,x0,y89&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698158155797","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9340495"},{"teacherId":9340495,"projectId":9007174,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our, \"Incentives That Will Help My Students Be Active at Home!\" project! You were all so incredible and generous. This project could not have been accomplished without you! \r\n Throughout the year, my students can earn a ticket for our \"Ticket Day\". This is a day when I put out lots of prizes and books from which my students can choose. (They earn tickets for attendance, respectful behavior, great effort, completing assignments, etc)\r\n When we did our most recent \"Ticket Day\", students were extremely excited to see volleyballs, soccer balls, & footballs available! Not only were the ones who chose them excited, but other students kept asking me when we would have the next \"Ticket Day\" and if I had more sports balls.\r\n Since that day, many students have told me stories of using their new sports balls and how much fun they've had with friends and/or siblings. 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