{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lively Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":33.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10065552,"projectId":9907425,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for taking the time to donate to our classroom. My students were so excited to hear that someone cared enough to donate to our classroom. We have been able to use so many of the materials for this year. \r\n\r\nWe use the LEGOS for brain breaks. Which have been amazing for our fast-paced class. The periodic table was extremely helpful during our chemistry unit. We used it during a relay race -- \"Find the chemical name for the chemical symbol...\" The animal cell model was a helpful tool for my students who needed a visual and hands-on tool to understand the different cell organelles. \r\n\r\nWe are planning on building the Solar System model tomorrow. Lastly, we will use the chemistry set to review Chemistry before the STAAR test. Once again, thank you so much for being an amazing individual.","fullyFundedDate":1764795137598,"projectUrl":"project/help-create-an-interactive-dual-language/9907425/","projectTitle":"Help Create an Interactive Dual Language Science Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10065552_orig.png?crop=259,259,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763577348382","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10065552"},{"teacherId":10361129,"projectId":9923039,"letterContent":"Thank you for giving our 8th graders something many of them never imagined they'd have access to: a 3D printer. In our low-income classroom, many students don't yet see themselves as college-bound or \"engineering types,\" but this technology has started to gently (and sometimes loudly!) change that story. The 3D printer has helped students understand that engineering isn't just abstract math or something that happens far away in fancy labs—it's a process they can touch, test, and improve. By working through design challenges, troubleshooting prints, and revising their ideas, students are learning problem-solving, perseverance, and creative thinking in a way that feels real and empowering.\r\nOur first project was an introduction to 3D printing where students designed custom necklaces or personalized Chromebook nameplates. They used digital design software to create their own models, and when those designs emerged layer by layer from the printer, the room filled with gasps, cheers, and a lot of proud smiles. The most exciting part for students has been seeing their ideas become physical objects—watching something that existed only on a screen suddenly become something they could hold in their hands. That moment has been truly transformative, especially for students who previously felt disconnected from school or unsure of their academic strengths.\r\nPerhaps most meaningful has been seeing students who are not always the most academically gifted shine in this space. Some students who struggle with traditional assignments have excelled at spatial thinking, design, and iteration, quickly becoming class experts and helpers to their peers. These students are gaining confidence and beginning to see themselves as capable creators and problem-solvers. Because of you, our students are not just learning about engineering—they're starting to imagine futures that include it. Thank you for believing in them and for helping open doors they didn't know were there.","fullyFundedDate":1764617829385,"projectUrl":"project/inspire-future-scientists-with-3d-printi/9923039/","projectTitle":"Inspire Future Scientists With 3d Printing and Essential Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Warrix","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10361129_orig.png?crop=666,666,x0,y11&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764011604732","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10361129"},{"teacherId":9887753,"projectId":9945611,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom through this project. Because of your generosity, we were able to create a dedicated charging station for our smaller cameras, ensuring they are powered up and ready whenever students need them. In a fast-paced photojournalism class, there is nothing more frustrating than a dead battery — and now, thanks to you, our students can spend more time capturing images and less time waiting for equipment to be ready.\r\n\r\nYour donation also helped us build a permanent photo wall to showcase student work. This space has quickly become the heart of our classroom — a place where students see their creativity celebrated and where they can learn from one another's work. Displaying their photos publicly builds confidence, encourages pride, and motivates them to push themselves creatively. It sends the message that their work matters.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the connection cords you provided allow students to download their own photos directly onto their Chromebooks, giving them greater independence and ownership of the entire creative process — from shooting to editing to publishing. This project may have been small in size, but its impact on our daily learning and classroom culture has been huge. Thank you for helping us create a more efficient, professional, and inspiring environment for our young photographers.","fullyFundedDate":1769632877720,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-student-newsroom-one-small/9945611/","projectTitle":"Building a Student Newsroom---One small tool at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Everett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9887753_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737573824711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/everettjournalism"},{"teacherId":9887753,"projectId":9528603,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has TWO brand-new Canon EOS Rebel T7 cameras — and they are already making a tremendous impact on our students. With more than 100 photojournalism students and a dedicated yearbook staff, access to cameras is one of our biggest challenges. We do not have a one-to-one camera ratio, so every additional camera dramatically increases the amount of hands-on time students have to practice, experiment, and build their skills. Your donation directly translates into more opportunities for students to get behind the lens and capture the story of our campus.\r\n\r\nIn a class built around learning by doing, time with a camera matters. The additional cameras mean fewer students waiting and more students actively photographing events, portraits, sports, and everyday campus life. It allows us to cover more activities and give students real-world experience in visual storytelling. For many of them, this is their first experience using professional-level equipment — and that confidence grows each time they hold a camera in their hands.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' creativity and growth. Your support doesn't just purchase equipment — it expands access, builds confidence, and helps preserve the memories of our school year through the eyes of our students. We are so grateful for your commitment to hands-on learning and to giving our young photographers the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1764611449821,"projectUrl":"project/focus-on-future-journalists-cameras-for/9528603/","projectTitle":"Focus on Future Journalists: Cameras for students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Everett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9887753_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737573824711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/everettjournalism"},{"teacherId":9887753,"projectId":9515945,"letterContent":"Your generous support has made a meaningful difference in our journalism classroom. Because of your donation, our students now have UV filters to protect their cameras, which allows them to confidently shoot outdoors and during school events without worrying about damaging equipment. The new hard drive gives us a safe, reliable place to store thousands of student photos — preserving their work and the memories of this school year. Having the right tools not only protects our equipment, it protects their creativity.\r\n\r\nThe everyday supplies you provided — paper for reference sheets, Post-it notes for photo critiques, and markers for yearbook design planning — have transformed how we collaborate. Our \"photo wall\" has become an interactive learning space where students leave thoughtful feedback for one another, helping them grow as photographers and storytellers. The markers and planning materials allow them to sketch layouts, experiment with ideas, and truly take ownership of the yearbook's design.\r\n\r\nYour support goes far beyond supplies. You have helped create a professional, hands-on learning environment where students feel like real journalists and designers. They are building technical skills, learning to give and receive constructive feedback, and capturing the story of our school with pride. Thank you for investing in their voices and in the memories they are working so hard to preserve.","fullyFundedDate":1764611450147,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-needed-for-young-journalists/9515945/","projectTitle":"Supplies Needed for Young Journalists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Everett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9887753_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737573824711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/everettjournalism"},{"teacherId":9777095,"projectId":9569606,"letterContent":"The new pickleball equipment has brought a fresh level of excitement and engagement to our PE classes. Students have already begun using the paddles and nets during skill-building lessons focused on serving, rallies, and teamwork, giving everyone the chance to participate actively and practice new skills. When the equipment first arrived, students were thrilled and eager to get started, with many asking when they could play right away.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue building their pickleball skills through structured games and cooperative challenges that emphasize strategy, communication, and sportsmanship. Thanks to your generous support, our students are gaining confidence, staying active, and experiencing a fun new sport that promotes lifelong fitness. 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We've already incorporated the equipment into various rotations, where students practiced skills with enough resources for everyone to stay active and engaged.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our units, students will use the new equipment to build teamwork, game strategy, and individual skill development in both soccer and football. Your generosity has helped create more dynamic, inclusive, and motivating time for all students. Thank you for making such a positive difference!","fullyFundedDate":1752264165421,"projectUrl":"project/from-the-field-to-the-future-equipping/9427636/","projectTitle":"From the Field to the Future: Equipping Young Athletes","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Dominguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9777095_orig.jpg?crop=2100,2100,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727204813697","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9777095"},{"teacherId":9887753,"projectId":9033665,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom! The two new computers have already made a huge impact on my journalism program. With these additions, my students now have more consistent access to good technology, allowing them to research stories, draft articles, and collaborate on our student yearbook with greater ease and creativity. The energy in our classroom has noticeably shifted — students are more engaged, focused, and excited to explore journalism.\r\n\r\nWhat's most exciting to the students is how professional they feel using this new equipment. They're learning how to edit photos, complete assignments and even explore basic graphic design and layout software. One student, in particular, who had been quiet and hesitant to participate, has completely blossomed — she now volunteers to edit photos and even applied to be the photo editor of the yearbook. \r\n\r\nYour donation has not just improved our classroom — it's inspired a new level of creativity, confidence, and collaboration. Thank you for believing in my young journalists!","fullyFundedDate":1746786476177,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-future-journalists-computers/9033665/","projectTitle":"Empowering Future Journalists: Computers for the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Everett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9887753_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737573824711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/everettjournalism"},{"teacherId":9777095,"projectId":9043594,"letterContent":"When our new footballs, volleyballs, and basketballs arrived, my students couldn't wait to use them in class. We immediately worked them into our PE lessons, and it made such a noticeable difference. In volleyball, for example, we now have more than enough balls for every activity, which means students get far more opportunities to practice their skills and stay engaged throughout the entire lesson.\r\n\r\nThe excitement when the equipment first came in was incredible. Students were thrilled to see brand-new footballs, basketballs, and volleyballs ready for them to use. Many asked if we could start activities right away, and their energy carried into each class period as they played and practiced with the new equipment.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to support our PE units in multiple sports, giving students the chance to stay active, build their skills, and enjoy their time in class without the limits we faced before. Because of your generosity, every student now has the opportunity to fully participate and grow during every activity.","fullyFundedDate":1746786153950,"projectUrl":"project/level-up-our-indoor-play-help-equip-our/9043594/","projectTitle":"Level Up Our Indoor Play: Help Equip Our Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Dominguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9777095_orig.jpg?crop=2100,2100,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727204813697","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9777095"},{"teacherId":7387049,"projectId":9463464,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have the tools they need to feel organized and prepared every day. The folders, pencils, and paper may seem simple, but they've had a huge impact in our classroom. Students no longer lose track of important assignments or struggle to find what they need. They know exactly where their materials belong. This sense of structure helps them focus more on learning and less on the stress of being unprepared.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the gift of preparedness and confidence!","fullyFundedDate":1752773171884,"projectUrl":"project/helping-dyslexic-students-stay-organized/9463464/","projectTitle":"Helping Dyslexic Students Stay Organized and Prepared","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Adley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7387049_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y216&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741116612400","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/livelydyslexia"},{"teacherId":7387049,"projectId":9124853,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has access to a printer!!! Before, we often had to rely only on what was projected on the board or copied in bulk. Now, my students can receive individualized materials that are tailored to their needs. The printer allows me to quickly create and provide resources that help each child feel successful.\r\n\r\nHaving clear, personalized materials in front of them makes tasks feel more manageable and builds their confidence. Thank you for giving my students tools that meet them where they are and inspire them to keep growing.","fullyFundedDate":1746786274241,"projectUrl":"project/instant-learning-printer-for-personali/9124853/","projectTitle":"Instant Learning - Printer for Personalized Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Adley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7387049_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y216&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741116612400","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/livelydyslexia"},{"teacherId":9887753,"projectId":9076222,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our journalism classroom! The resources you provided from the Chromebook chargers, dictionaries, thesauruses, camera lens caps and connection cords, etc. have already made a significant impact on both our daily learning and the quality of our student journalism.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. One student picked up a new thesaurus and exclaimed, \"This is so much easier than trying to find the right word online!\" My digital newspaper students often get stuck when writing trying to find the right word --- so this has been a game changer for them. The joy and sense of professionalism these tools inspired was truly heartwarming.\r\n\r\nA particularly helpful moment came in April during statewide testing. Students were allowed to use physical dictionaries for the writing portion, and having enough high-quality copies in the room made a real difference. Several students commented that flipping through a real dictionary helped them stay focused, avoid distractions, and think more critically about their word choices. It was a subtle but powerful way these resources supported both their writing and their test-taking confidence.\r\n\r\nStudents are using the dictionaries and thesauruses to refine their writing, the Chromebook chargers are keeping everyone connected and productive throughout the day, and the camera accessories have allowed our photojournalism team to capture and transfer high-quality images with ease while protecting the cameras.\r\n\r\nIn early May, a student had an accident and dropped a camera. I'm happy to say that the only thing that broke was the UV lens cover. It did it's job. Had we not had a lens cover on the camera, we would have lost the whole camera as the lens would have busted. The lens cover protected the lens and all I had to do was swap out the cover and the camera was back in the classroom and in the hands of students. \r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools they need to succeed, grow, and find their voices as young journalists. 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