{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Garfield Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":32.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10373714,"projectId":10243762,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and providing my students with headphones. These headphones have become an important part of our daily learning, especially as students use programs such as Lexia PowerUp, i-Ready, Sora audiobooks, and other digital resources. Many of my students need to hear directions, text, or individualized instruction while they work, and having their own reliable headphones allows them to work independently without distracting others. This has been especially meaningful for my students receiving special education services because the headphones provide an additional support that helps them access instruction at their individual learning levels.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new headphones, they were excited to have something that was specifically available for them to use during learning. What may seem like a small resource made a big difference in their confidence. Students no longer have to worry about whether they have working headphones or struggle to hear their assignments over the noise of a busy classroom. They are able to sit down, put on their headphones, and get started. I have noticed students becoming more comfortable and independent when completing their individualized reading activities, and it has been wonderful to see them take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nOne of the greatest impacts of this donation is that it also helps lift a financial burden from our families. Not every family has the ability to purchase headphones for school, and asking families to continually replace broken or missing headphones can create an additional expense. By providing these resources in our classroom, students can have the tools they need without placing that responsibility on their families. Every student deserves access to the technology and materials necessary to participate fully in their education, regardless of their family's financial circumstances.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, my students will be using these headphones regularly as they work through individualized reading instruction and digital learning activities. They will continue building their reading skills through Lexia PowerUp and i-Ready while also using audiobooks and other technology-supported resources to strengthen comprehension and fluency. Our next steps are to help students become increasingly independent in identifying the tools and strategies that help them learn best.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has done more than provide headphones—it has removed a barrier to learning, supported student independence, and helped ensure that every student has access to the resources they need to be successful. Thank you for investing in my students and for helping create a classroom where they can learn, grow, and feel confident in their ability to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1778261778129,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-voices-composition-books-for/10243762/","projectTitle":"Empowering Voices: Composition Books for Special Education Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10373714_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x8,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767646918536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10373714"},{"teacherId":10373714,"projectId":10243898,"letterContent":"The donated headphones have made a meaningful difference in my students' ability to learn, focus, and work independently. In our classroom, students regularly use technology for individualized reading instruction, including Lexia PowerUp, i-Ready, audiobooks, and other digital learning activities. Having reliable headphones allows students to listen to directions, lessons, and reading supports without distractions and helps create a quieter, more focused learning environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nMy students are especially excited to have headphones that are comfortable and easy to use because they can fully engage with their assignments without worrying about missing directions or disturbing their classmates. This has been particularly helpful for students who benefit from hearing text read aloud or receiving individualized audio support. Students who previously struggled to stay focused during independent technology work have been able to work for longer periods and complete activities with greater independence.\r\n\r\nFor my students receiving special education services, access to headphones is more than just a convenience—it is an important learning support. The headphones help reduce distractions, provide access to auditory learning tools, and allow students to use technology at their own instructional level. I have seen students become more confident and willing to work independently because they have the tools they need to be successful.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful to the donors who made this possible. Something as simple as a pair of headphones has helped my students feel more prepared, supported, and confident as learners. Your generosity is helping remove barriers and giving my students greater access to the technology and resources they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1778261774334,"projectUrl":"project/sounding-out-success-headphones-for-foc/10243898/","projectTitle":"Sounding Out Success: Headphones for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10373714_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x8,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767646918536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10373714"},{"teacherId":1388811,"projectId":9920702,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. We are already using the new resources every day—students are using the school supplies to stay organized, prepared, and on task during independent work time and class projects. They were especially excited about the small trophies and medals, which have become a meaningful way to celebrate learning growth. When the materials first arrived, students' faces lit up, and the incentives immediately boosted motivation and pride in their effort.\r\n\r\nOne recent project where your donation made a real difference was our Zombie Apocalypse Survival Guide unit. The printer ink has been incredibly helpful as students drafted background stories, revised their writing, and created detailed guides filled with survival steps meant to help others \"make it through the apocalypse.\" Having the materials we needed made it possible for students to publish polished final products and feel proud sharing their work. As we move into the end of the year, our next steps are focusing on staying motivated and preparing for the next grade level—your support helps students feel ready, capable, and equipped to finish strong. Thank you again for investing in our learning.","fullyFundedDate":1764687251958,"projectUrl":"project/set-up-for-success/9920702/","projectTitle":"Set Up for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Disselkoen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1388811_orig.jpg?crop=1586,1586,x518,y63&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686769005507","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msdisselkoen"},{"teacherId":10373714,"projectId":9944031,"letterContent":"The implementation of sensory chairs in my classroom has had a positive impact on student engagement, focus, and overall classroom regulation. Providing students with flexible seating options has supported their sensory needs and allowed them to remain actively engaged in instruction without disrupting the learning environment.\r\n\r\nSince incorporating sensory chairs, students who previously demonstrated difficulty remaining seated are now better able to sustain attention during whole-group and independent work activities. For example, students who benefit from movement are able to gently rock or shift while listening to instruction, which reduces the need to leave their seats or seek alternative sensory input. Additionally, students who previously displayed off-task behaviors (e.g., excessive fidgeting, tapping, or distracting peers) have shown improved self-regulation when provided with appropriate sensory input through their seating.\r\n\r\nSensory chairs have also contributed to a calmer classroom environment. Students appear more comfortable and regulated, resulting in fewer behavioral redirections and increased time on task. During assessments and writing activities, several students who typically struggled with focus were able to complete assignments with greater independence and stamina.\r\n\r\nOverall, the integration of sensory chairs has supported diverse learning needs, increased instructional time, and fostered a more inclusive classroom environment where students can access learning in ways that meet their individual sensory profiles.","fullyFundedDate":1769177009655,"projectUrl":"project/help-support-special-education-students/9944031/","projectTitle":"Help Support Special Education Students' Sensory Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10373714_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x8,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767646918536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10373714"},{"teacherId":1388811,"projectId":9477786,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing my students with essential school supplies like binders, pencil pouches, and dividers. These materials have made a tremendous difference in both our daily routines and the overall learning environment in my classroom. For many of my 6th grade students students, having their own materials was a first and the sense of pride and ownership they showed was heartwarming.\r\n\r\nWe use these supplies every day. The binders and dividers have become part of our organization routine, where students track assignments, notes, and goals. The pencil pouches keep essentials in one place, cutting down on lost items and distractions. Because of your generosity, my students stay more focused and prepared, and I can dedicate more time to teaching rather than troubleshooting forgotten materials.\r\n\r\nThis project has done more than just supply tools. It has built confidence, independence, and responsibility. My students are learning that being organized is a skill that supports their success across subjects and in life.\r\n\r\nAs we continue the year, these supplies will support larger projects like our student portfolios and end-of-unit reflections, where organization and presentation matter most. Thank you again for helping my students take pride in their learning and see themselves as capable, responsible scholars.","fullyFundedDate":1753898785776,"projectUrl":"project/stock-up-for-success/9477786/","projectTitle":"Stock up for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Disselkoen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1388811_orig.jpg?crop=1586,1586,x518,y63&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686769005507","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msdisselkoen"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_82475","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":282,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":71,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":85,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"10.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":67.9,"schoolId":82475,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Garfield Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Garfield Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-mexico/albuquerque-public-schools/garfield-middle-school/82475"}