{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Grant Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":31.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10340211,"projectId":9872519,"letterContent":"Just look at all those books! This has been such an amazing experience. The amount of books that expand on the learning we are already doing is OVERWHELMING. We are blessed and I again just want to say thank you. Since your donation I have found ways to work some of the books into our content, even doing read alouds instead of music while they work. My students LOVE IT. These books will continue to fuel minds and help them to expand their knowledge. Your contribution means the world to not only me but them as well.","fullyFundedDate":1764991990616,"projectUrl":"project/social-studies-class-books/9872519/","projectTitle":"Social Studies Class Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dohm","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10340211_orig.jpg?crop=315,315,x0,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762226706131","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10340211"},{"teacherId":10310300,"projectId":9906664,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping our PE program get a new boom box/radio. Your kindness and willingness to give truly made a difference, and we are incredibly grateful for your contribution. Because of you, our class now has the equipment we need to create a more engaging, energetic, and fun environment for our students.\r\n\r\nThe new boombox has already made a positive impact on our PE classes by adding music, rhythm, and excitement to our activities. It helps motivate students, supports learning through movement, and brings so much joy to their experience. We could not have done this without your generosity, and we sincerely appreciate your continued support of our students and school community. Thank you for helping us make PE even more meaningful and enjoyable!","fullyFundedDate":1767203801229,"projectUrl":"project/tigers-need-tunes/9906664/","projectTitle":"Tigers Need Tunes!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Douglass","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10310300"},{"teacherId":10310300,"projectId":9822950,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and myself at Grant Middle School, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of new flag belts. Your contribution has made an immediate and significant positive impact on our classes, fundamentally enhancing the quality and inclusiveness of our flag football and flag rugby activities. The most immediate benefit is our newfound ability to fully equip every single student simultaneously. For the first time, we have more than enough flag belts to go around, which means no student is ever standing on the sidelines waiting for equipment. This simple change has revolutionized the flow of our lessons, ensuring maximum participation from the moment the activity begins, leading to greater engagement, more active playing time, and a more energetic learning environment for all of our students.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, your donation included a crucial variety of belt sizes, which has made a profound difference in student comfort and confidence. Previously, many of our students struggled with uncomfortable, ill-fitting belts that were either too loose or too restrictive. Now, every child can be fitted with a belt that is secure and comfortable, which prevents flags from falling prematurely and eliminates the distraction of constantly readjusting uncomfortable equipment. This sense of a proper fit ensures that the games are played fairly and safely, allowing all of our students to fully focus on developing their skills and enjoying the physical activity without discomfort or distraction. Thank you once again for investing in our program and supporting a truly equitable and engaging physical education experience.","fullyFundedDate":1764196095346,"projectUrl":"project/football-and-rugby/9822950/","projectTitle":"Football and Rugby!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Douglass","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10310300"},{"teacherId":9444712,"projectId":9343059,"letterContent":"When our needle-felting supplies and new storage cabinet arrived, my students were instantly excited and wanted to help open all of the boxes. Needle felting is a completely new medium for them, and having these materials available has opened the door to an entirely different kind of artistic exploration that we wouldn't have been able to offer otherwise.\r\nThe additional storage has already made a noticeable impact in our classroom. Having a dedicated cabinet and organized containers allows us to keep all of the wool, needles, and materials safely stored and ready for use. In a middle-school art room where supplies move quickly and space is always limited, this level of organization is truly invaluable.\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for the generosity that made this possible. Your support has given them an opportunity that feels special, exciting, and deeply meaningful. Thank you for investing in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1759314552855,"projectUrl":"project/needle-felt-project/9343059/","projectTitle":"Needle Felt Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9444712_orig.jpg?crop=1017,1017,x0,y271&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743525082388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9444712"},{"teacherId":9566838,"projectId":9393437,"letterContent":"We are truly thankful for your beautiful donation of books! Each day, I watch students peruse our ever-expanding classroom library, while others are already absorbed in a story you provided. These books have given my students new adventures to dive into and stories that make them feel seen.\r\n\r\nRecently, we finished a classroom read aloud of The Wild Robot (they all LOVED it!). Part of your donation included the The Wild Robot box set--many students RUSHED to borrow the 2nd book in the series. Thanks to you, dear donor, they could. There's nothing quite like witnessing your students' enthusiasm over a novel unfold in real time!\r\n\r\nThank you again for not only filling empty spots in our bookcases, but for supporting my students' love for reading.","fullyFundedDate":1750636651997,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-read-books-are-all-we-need/9393437/","projectTitle":"Ready to Read - Books Are All We Need!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Palmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9566838_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718065100735","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9566838"},{"teacherId":10028345,"projectId":9335934,"letterContent":"My students were very excited to see the new books in our classroom. Several of them immediately grabbed titles off the shelves and started reading on the carpet. \r\n\r\nSince then, we've used these books daily in small-group reading and independent practice. For example, during our recent novel study, students were able to choose high-interest, appropriately leveled books that matched their reading goals. One of my struggling readers picked a book from the set and, for the first time, volunteered to read aloud in front of her peers. That confidence boost was such a powerful moment for our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThe next step for us is to build on this enthusiasm for reading. Students will get to share their favorite parts of these new books with classmates, sparking even more excitement and discussion. Thanks to your generosity, reading has gone from being an assignment to something my students look forward to each day.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make this transformation possible—your support truly opened doors for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1749928199908,"projectUrl":"project/every-reader-deserves-the-right-book/9335934/","projectTitle":"Every Reader Deserves the Right Book","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McKnight","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10028345"},{"teacherId":9444712,"projectId":9189965,"letterContent":"The clay project was a creative outlet and a fun project that was just in time to wrap up the school year. Students were given the choice to create either a clay deer mount or a project of their own design, and the results were incredibly diverse and personal. Some students chose the structured challenge of sculpting realistic deer mounts, while others explored other animals showcasing their individual interests and styles. The freedom to choose allowed every student to connect with the project in a meaningful way, making the process both engaging and rewarding.\r\n\r\nLast week, we finished the final step of glazing and painting the sculptures, and now they've come out of the kiln. It was the perfect way to close out the year, with students reflecting on the time, effort, and creativity they poured into their work. This project not only helped them build skills in 3D design and craftsmanship but also gave them a great project from their middle school years.","fullyFundedDate":1743533849740,"projectUrl":"project/european-deer-mount-and-3d-art-lesson/9189965/","projectTitle":"European Deer Mount and 3D Art Lesson","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9444712_orig.jpg?crop=1017,1017,x0,y271&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743525082388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9444712"},{"teacherId":9444712,"projectId":9221511,"letterContent":"The birdhouse building project was an incredibly impactful experience for our middle school students, blending creativity, craftsmanship, and community service into a meaningful hands-on activity. With the goal of designing and building birdhouses for locations around the community, students were challenged to think beyond the classroom and consider how their work could contribute to the local environment. This real-world connection gave the project a deeper sense of purpose, as students realized their efforts could provide shelter for birds and beautify public spaces.\r\n\r\nThroughout the process, students developed important skills such as measuring, planning, problem-solving, and safely using cardboard school safe tools. They worked both independently and collaboratively, learning to troubleshoot design challenges and make thoughtful decisions about materials and construction methods. Many students took great pride in knowing their finished birdhouses would be placed in parks, gardens, or other community spaces where others could enjoy them. 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