{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Garfield Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":37.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4006853,"projectId":9745637,"letterContent":"As the donated items have been arriving at school, students have been excited for our next School Store when they can purchase these new prizes like soccer balls, ID lanyards, arts and crafts activities, and Squishmallow stuffed animals. \r\n\r\nThese donations will bring so many smiles to our students' faces, and their joy is thanks to your generosity. \r\n\r\nAs teachers, we truly appreciate your help in providing these incentives for our students, and for encouraging them to be supportive, hardworking, responsible, and kind so they can earn as many \"Garfield Bucks\" as possible for the store. \r\n\r\nThanks to the Donors Choose community, we are able to provide so much more than we could have alone. Thank you so much for your kindness--it makes a huge difference.","fullyFundedDate":1761955399911,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-school-store/9745637/","projectTitle":"Support our School Store","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sheppard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4006853_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492046160224","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4006853"},{"teacherId":7783329,"projectId":8273802,"letterContent":"Students are very excited to use the Arduinos. The Arduinos give students the ability to complete hands on projects using coding. Hands on learning is very important for learners, and it is something that students do not get enough of in this school. Seeing the smiles and concentration on their faces is priceless.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for giving my students this opportunity. I teach about 300 students, so your donation is helping many students. Because it was kits that were purchased, there are a wide variety of ideas students can explore - for instance, using LEDs to make light up designs, creating buzzers, and even make simple weather stations.","fullyFundedDate":1712014485201,"projectUrl":"project/stem-with-arduino/8273802/","projectTitle":"STEM with Arduino","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gallo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7783329_orig.jpg?crop=1456,1456,x115,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615054316647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7783329"},{"teacherId":8836272,"projectId":8967204,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations, which has made our school store more successful. Students earn school store Garfield Bucks for completing tasks like contributing to class discussions, helping classmates, and completing extra credit assignments. On a recent Friday, a student who had been struggling with math, proudly used his earned bucks to purchase a Rubik's Cube. He spent advisory time to try to solve it. Seeing his focused determination and the spark of accomplishment when he finally solved a side was a truly rewarding moment. It demonstrated how the incentive program could motivate even struggling students.The tangible reward system directly links positive behavior and academic achievement to desirable items, fostering a sense of accomplishment and encouraging consistent effort. Students are more likely to be engaged when they see a direct correlation between their actions and the ability to purchase sought-after items like squishy toys, fidgets, or even gift cards. This system transforms abstract concepts like \"good behavior\" into concrete, attainable goals, making them more meaningful for students.\r\n\r\nBeyond behavioral changes, the school store also cultivates a sense of financial literacy and responsible spending. Students learn to prioritize their desires, budgeting their earned \"money\" to purchase items they truly value. I have seen students save their Garfield Bucks for a more expensive item or only budget themselves to spend 15 Garfield Bucks a week. The variety of items available, from basic school supplies to more coveted items like science kits or sports equipment, allows students to make choices based on their individual needs and interests. One students was especially excited to use his National Geographic science kit. The mystery bags, raffles, and auctions add an element of excitement and chance, teaching students about risk and reward. Furthermore, the inclusion of practical items like water bottles, school supplies, and stationary items reinforces the importance of preparedness and organization, while the arts and crafts sets and games encourage creativity and social interaction. We couldn't have achieved this without your contribution. We hope you will consider supporting us next year as well.","fullyFundedDate":1735657745006,"projectUrl":"project/invest-in-a-brighter-future-support-our/8967204/","projectTitle":"Invest in a Brighter Future: Support Our School Store","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. He","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8836272_orig.png?crop=765,765,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667936737673","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-rosyhe"},{"teacherId":9688177,"projectId":8718632,"letterContent":"Thank you so, so much for helping me to add diversity to my classroom as well as emotional outlets. The items you funded have bettered our classroom and allowed us to have a great start to the year. As a first year teacher I did not have these classroom extras from previous years. \r\nThe lamentating sheets have allowed me to make games and other learning materials that will last years! \r\nThe small white boards are perfect for the students to take turns practicing letters. The diverse books and signs for the classroom really helped me to create a space that was welcoming to everyone. The kids love to see things they can relate to in their classroom. Their favorite item was the 8 little emotion plushies. They love showing me how they feel and having a \"friend\" to hang out with.","fullyFundedDate":1726179164493,"projectUrl":"project/everyone-and-all-of-their-feelings-are-w/8718632/","projectTitle":"Everyone and all of their feelings are welcome!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wyrocki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9688177_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725129814111","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9688177"},{"teacherId":7991741,"projectId":8742199,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your generosity and the incredible impact it has made on my students. Your contributions have transformed my office into a space where students feel comforted, welcomed, and safe, a true sanctuary during challenging times.\r\n\r\nMany of my students face the daily reality of homelessness, often living in temporary rooms without the joy of personalizing their space or experiencing the warmth of holiday traditions. With your support, they were able to rediscover these moments of joy. Decorating the office with crafts and setting up a Christmas tree brought smiles and laughter, allowing them to feel a sense of belonging and creativity that many hadn't experienced in years.\r\n\r\nOne of the highlights for my students has been the lamp you helped provide. They love coming into the office to relax under its cozy light, finding an escape where they feel at peace. It has become a favorite spot for reflection and connection. The Spanish affirmations displayed in the space have also been a wonderful addition, resonating deeply with my students and reminding them of their strength and resilience.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, my students have been able to create memories, find comfort, and feel truly seen and supported. On behalf of all of us, thank you for making such a meaningful difference in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1726168508914,"projectUrl":"project/a-safe-space-for-diverse-voices-espacio/8742199/","projectTitle":"A Safe Space for Diverse Voices-Espacio Seguro Para Voces Diversas","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7991741"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_96422","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":542,"numTeachers":45,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":23,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":67,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"12.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":62.7,"schoolId":96422,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Garfield Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Garfield Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/massachusetts/revere-public-schools/garfield-middle-school/96422"}