{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Georgetown Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":55.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9062687,"projectId":9394823,"letterContent":"Providing folders for students in a 7th grade math classroom has a powerful impact on both their academic performance and their confidence as learners.\r\n\r\nAt this stage, students are learning more complex concepts—like ratios, proportions, equations, and geometry—that build on each other over time. Having a dedicated folder gives them a consistent place to store notes, classwork, and reference materials, making it much easier to revisit prior learning when new concepts are introduced. Instead of losing important papers or feeling overwhelmed, students can quickly find what they need and stay focused on solving problems.\r\n\r\nFolders also help students develop essential organizational and executive functioning skills. In middle school, many students are still learning how to manage materials independently. A simple system like a folder teaches responsibility, structure, and accountability—skills that directly support success not just in math, but in all subjects.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, folders help maximize instructional time. When materials are organized and accessible, less time is spent passing out papers or searching for lost work. This allows for smoother transitions, more time for practice and discussion, and a more productive classroom environment overall.\r\n\r\nEqually important is the impact on student confidence. When students feel prepared and organized, they are more likely to participate, take risks, and engage with challenging math content. A folder may seem like a small tool, but it creates a sense of ownership and readiness that empowers students to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1757423425019,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-math-communication-folders-f/9394823/","projectTitle":"Empowering Math Communication: Folders for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Irvin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9062687_orig.jpg?crop=3202,3202,x253,y829&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688314391896","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9062687"},{"teacherId":10339518,"projectId":9870291,"letterContent":"My heart is truly grateful to all of you for being instruments in making my dream project a reality. Your generosity and willingness to support our classroom have made a meaningful difference, not only for me but most especially for my students.\r\n\r\nIt has been months since the students and I have had the privilege of using the donated items in our class, and they continue to be a great help in our daily learning. The office chair has given me so much comfort, especially during planning time and after school when I check their classwork. The printer has allowed me to provide more colorful and interactive materials that truly engage the students. The headphones have also been very helpful, allowing them to listen clearly to online videos and learning resources during our lessons.\r\n\r\nSeeing my students engage, explore, and learn through these resources reminds me how powerful kindness and support from others can be. Thank you for believing in this vision and for helping turn it into something tangible for the learners. Your generosity has created opportunities that continue to inspire both me and my students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1766970054494,"projectUrl":"project/print-sit-listen-better/9870291/","projectTitle":"Print, Sit, & Listen Better","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maria Alaan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10339518_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762112823486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10339518"},{"teacherId":8306085,"projectId":9683655,"letterContent":"Your Contributions have created a Career lab that has now engaged two semesters worth of students. They've discovered passions and interests in careers that they previously had never considered. Each station is fully equipped and set up for student engagement and success. My students love the module nature of the seating and being able to have the freedom to work in a nontraditional classroom setting. \r\n\r\nWith the creation of this STEM lab I have seen students flourish in this new environment that usually don't tend to excel in \"traditional\" classrooms. One of my students came to me the other day and said the words that we all love to hear; \"I was going to stay home today but I didn't want to miss your class.\" Thank you for making this a reality.","fullyFundedDate":1758820374224,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-stem-ulating-career-lab/9683655/","projectTitle":"Building a STEM-ulating Career Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Baril","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8306085_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643733955536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8306085"},{"teacherId":8306085,"projectId":8923890,"letterContent":"Your Contributions have created a Career lab that has now engaged two semesters worth of students. They've discovered passions and interests in careers that they previously had never considered. Each station is fully equipped and set up for student engagement and success. My students love the module nature of the seating and being able to have the freedom to work in a nontraditional classroom setting. \r\n\r\nWith the creation of this STEM lab I have seen students flourish in this new environment that usually don't tend to excel in \"traditional\" classrooms. One of my students came to me the other day and said the words that we all love to hear; \"I was going to stay home today but I didn't want to miss your class.\" Thank you for making this a reality.","fullyFundedDate":1731620777349,"projectUrl":"project/breaking-into-tech-careers/8923890/","projectTitle":"Breaking Into Tech Careers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Baril","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8306085_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643733955536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8306085"},{"teacherId":9062687,"projectId":9345949,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping bring a fully stocked Student Center to our 7th grade math classroom!\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, our students now have easy access to essential supplies like pencils, erasers, a pencil sharpener, calculators, headphones, and even band-aids—all in one organized and welcoming space. This simple addition has had a powerful impact on our classroom culture.\r\n\r\nInstead of feeling anxious about not having a pencil or losing focus while looking for a calculator, students now know exactly where to go when they need something. The Student Center has fostered independence, reduced interruptions, and created a learning environment where students feel more prepared and supported.\r\n\r\nIt's been inspiring to see how quickly students embraced this resource. They use it responsibly and respectfully, knowing it's there to help them succeed. For many of them, having reliable access to basic supplies makes a real difference in how they show up for learning each day—confident, focused, and ready to engage in math.\r\n\r\nYour support has provided more than just materials—you've helped create a space that reflects trust, organization, and care. We're so grateful for your kindness and belief in the power of small things to make a big difference.","fullyFundedDate":1747920943503,"projectUrl":"project/invest-in-potential-creating-a-student/9345949/","projectTitle":"Invest in Potential: Creating a Student Centers for Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Irvin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9062687_orig.jpg?crop=3202,3202,x253,y829&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688314391896","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9062687"},{"teacherId":9062687,"projectId":9216042,"letterContent":"I am beyond excited to share how much our classroom has transformed with the arrival of our brand-new whiteboard!\r\n\r\nThanks to generous donors who believed in you and our learning, we now have a bright, spacious, and accessible whiteboard that has quickly become the heart of our classroom. Whether we're tackling tough equations, graphing functions, or working through real-world math problems together, the whiteboard has given us a collaborative space where everyone's thinking is visible and valued.\r\n\r\nI've seen your confidence grow as you walk up to solve problems in front of your classmates, explain your reasoning, and build on each other's ideas. It's not just about math anymore—it's about teamwork, communication, and learning how to support each other as problem solvers.\r\n\r\nThis whiteboard isn't just a classroom tool—it's a symbol of what we can achieve when we work together and when people believe in our potential. Every marker stroke tells a story of effort, learning, and growth.\r\n\r\nThank you for making the most of this new space. I can't wait to see how far we'll go this year—with a little bit of curiosity, a whole lot of courage, and now, a great space to show our thinking.","fullyFundedDate":1746785734847,"projectUrl":"project/math-in-motion-board-up-for-success/9216042/","projectTitle":"Math in Motion: Board up for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Irvin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9062687_orig.jpg?crop=3202,3202,x253,y829&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688314391896","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9062687"},{"teacherId":10027782,"projectId":9334889,"letterContent":"I am truly grateful for your kindness and generosity. The printer has been such a valuable resource, especially for creating posters and other essential materials that help with classroom organization and instruction. The colorful prints displayed on the walls bring a positive and vibrant energy to the room, and my students are always excited to see them. They enjoy looking at the different colors, which makes the classroom feel more welcoming and engaging.\r\n\r\nIn the same way, using colored activity sheets, task cards, and worksheets has made a big difference during lessons and activities. The students are more motivated and enthusiastic to participate, often choosing to work on materials printed in color rather than in black and white. This simple addition has truly encouraged them to engage more deeply and put forth their best effort.\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you so much for making this project possible.","fullyFundedDate":1747920944421,"projectUrl":"project/printed-possibilities/9334889/","projectTitle":"Printed Possibilities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Conde","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10027782_orig.jpg?crop=610,610,x168,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769918976223","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10027782"},{"teacherId":10011768,"projectId":9311309,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help! My students were very excited when they saw our new kidney table. And thanks to you, they get to come to math class because we have the space for them to work together or get the individualized help they need. This table will continue to provide students with so many opportunities that will help them succeed and grow. We use our kidney table everyday. My students find it very rewarding to get to sit at the table, especially because they can use it as a whiteboard to work math problems out. Look forward to pictures and smiles from my kids working at our kidney table in small groups and partners!","fullyFundedDate":1747243171458,"projectUrl":"project/working-together-a-table-for-small-grou/9311309/","projectTitle":"Working Together! A Table for Small Group Instruction","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lambert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10011768"},{"teacherId":10054424,"projectId":9408718,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our Georgetown Middle School band students were able to play, practice, and perform with confidence all year long. The reeds, valve oil, slide grease, and rotor oil you provided kept our instruments in great condition, allowing students to focus on improving their sound and enjoying music instead of worrying about worn-out or broken equipment. Your support gave every young musician—regardless of their financial situation—the chance to participate fully, grow their skills, and shine on stage. You didn't just give us supplies; you inspired pride, teamwork, and joy in our band program.","fullyFundedDate":1752586515572,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-for-young-musicians/9408718/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies for Young Musicians","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10054424_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750736275440","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10054424"},{"teacherId":9894008,"projectId":9058387,"letterContent":"When our teacher explained to us how what she did and how we received new things for our classroom via donations, we did not know what to think. On the delivery day, we eagerly unpacked all of the items with great gusto. We barely allowed the teacher to touch them. All of the students began to assemble the lights and started installing all of the light covers immediately! There is a real excitement in the air. Everyone was so pleased with the new items once we sat down and shut off the light we had been used to using. \r\n\r\nOur class enjoyed the modified lighting in the classroom. Instead of stark, fluorescent, bright lights, we could complete our lessons in a relaxed atmosphere. The light covers were pictures of clouds, and it created a calming vibe in the room as soon as we entered, the two standing lights were flexible so the teacher could move them around and modify them as the season changed and the outside light in our room differed. Based on the software we used, our reading scores increased. Since we began using the new lighting, we would like to think that the difference in the ambience of our room may have had something to do with our improved performance.","fullyFundedDate":1739734884822,"projectUrl":"project/ambience-for-angels/9058387/","projectTitle":"Ambience for Angels","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Santoro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9894008"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_6635","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":671,"numTeachers":51,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":50,"percentWhite":35,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":12,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":44.6,"schoolId":6635,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Georgetown Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Georgetown Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-carolina/georgetown-county-school-district/georgetown-middle-school/6635"}