{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hillside Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":28.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":412207,"projectId":9391224,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for believing in our students by donating to our donors choose, \"Colored Pencils, Markers, and Paint, Oh My!\" The supplies may seem simple, but they are absolute staples in the art room, and it can be frustrating for everyone when the materials don't work as intended. When the boxes of brand-new art supplies arrived, the excitement was immediate - there were actual cheers when students discovered the Sharpies, which are truly like gold in our art room. The colorful sets of Crayola markers, fresh colored pencils, and vibrant tempera cakes instantly energized the space. Many students rushed over to test the colors, amazed at how smoothly everything worked compared to our worn-down class sets. \r\n\r\nWe put the new materials to use right away in our current mixed-media identity project, where students combine drawing, ink work, and paint to create expressive portraits. One sixth grader who rarely participates spent nearly the entire period experimenting with the new tempera cakes, proudly showing classmates how well the colors layered. Another student told me, \"The new colored pencils are beautiful!\" The improved quality of materials has already helped students take more pride in their work and take creative risks they hadn't before.\r\n\r\nThese supplies will continue to support upcoming lessons in color theory, observational drawing, and zentangle design. Students are excited to use the new tempera cakes for their relief sculpture Picasso masks, and exploring richer blending and more detailed line work with the Sharpies. \r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a meaningful difference - your support truly improved the art room experience and helps inspire every student who walks through my door.","fullyFundedDate":1759264389147,"projectUrl":"project/colored-pencils-markers-and-paint-oh/9391224/","projectTitle":"Colored Pencils, Markers, and Paint, Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Potoma","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp412207_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1518092921211","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-potoma"},{"teacherId":3722212,"projectId":9421079,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project for much needed school supplies. A binder, notebook, pencil case, pack of colored pencils and some highlighters were given to each student on the first day of the second quarter. These materials are already helping students to stay better organized and not lose their work. The playing field has been leveled as they all have the exact same materials to use to succeed in class. None of this would be possible without your generosity...so Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart!","fullyFundedDate":1759264390035,"projectUrl":"project/basic-classroom-needs-for-continued-succ/9421079/","projectTitle":"Basic Classroom Needs for Continued Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zioze","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3722212_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473603730185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-zioze"},{"teacherId":3600219,"projectId":9099788,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generosity in making this project possible. My students are making improvements with their attention skills because of your kindness. The new Ipad and switch access is allowing students to interact and attend to task which is helping to improve their academic skills.\r\n\r\nThe students are having fun learning our calendar skills, social studies and science with our new Ipad and switch.\r\n\r\nThis equipment is a wonderful addition to the classroom. Our students are thriving with this new technology.","fullyFundedDate":1742263197038,"projectUrl":"project/cause-and-effect-switch-access-and-touch/9099788/","projectTitle":"Cause and Effect Switch Access and Touchscreen for Special Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ricciardi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3600219"},{"teacherId":3600219,"projectId":9099764,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generosity in making this project possible. My students are making improvements with their attention skills because of your kindness. The large touchscreen and multimedia function is allowing students to interact and attend to task which is helping to improve their academic skills.\r\n\r\nThe students are having fun learning our calendar skills, social studies and science with our new computer.\r\n\r\nThis equipment is a wonderful addition to the classroom. Our students are thriving with this new technology.","fullyFundedDate":1746494813881,"projectUrl":"project/touchscreen-technology-for-special-needs/9099764/","projectTitle":"Touchscreen Technology for Special Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ricciardi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3600219"},{"teacherId":9749105,"projectId":8780530,"letterContent":"On behalf of my entire 7th grade class, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous contribution that made it possible for every student to have their own copy of The Giver by Lois Lowry. Because of your support, our classroom was filled with excitement, imagination, and meaningful conversation throughout this unforgettable reading journey\r\n\r\n\r\nMy students have said that this was their favorite book. I am so grateful that I was able to teach one of my favorites this year. Thank you all so much for contributing.","fullyFundedDate":1726697303195,"projectUrl":"project/readers-are-leaders-please-help-my-eng/8780530/","projectTitle":"Readers Are Leaders! Please, Help My English Class!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Geo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9749105_orig.jpg?crop=871,871,x552,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726325041007","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9749105"},{"teacherId":7841926,"projectId":8917624,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has become a more comfortable and supportive space for all students. The snacks have been a game-changer—students who come to school without breakfast or forget lunch now have something to keep them focused and energized throughout the day. One student quietly told me, \"I do better on my tests when I'm not hungry,\" and that really captured the heart of this project. It's amazing what a small snack can do to help a student feel ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe fidget toys have also made a noticeable impact, especially for students who have trouble concentrating or managing anxiety. They were so excited when I introduced the basket of fidgets—several students immediately found a tool that helped them focus during reading and writing activities. During a recent group project, I noticed a student who normally fidgets with their chair using one of the quiet tools instead, staying engaged and on task without disruption. It's little victories like that which remind me how important these resources are.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward with independent research projects, students are using both the snacks and fidgets to help them stay on track during longer work periods. These tools have helped level the playing field, allowing every student to have what they need to succeed both academically and emotionally. Thank you for being such a meaningful part of our classroom community—you've made a bigger difference than you know.","fullyFundedDate":1731526307238,"projectUrl":"project/mapping-for-success-part-4/8917624/","projectTitle":"Mapping for Success: Part 4","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rotunna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7841926_orig.jpg?crop=519,519,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707089907258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7841926"},{"teacherId":7841926,"projectId":8917593,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to the essential writing tools they need every single day—pens, pencils, erasers, highlighters, and more. When they first saw the brand-new materials, you would've thought it was a holiday! One student held up a pack of mechanical pencils and said, \"These are the nice ones!\" The excitement was contagious, and it immediately set a positive tone in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe're currently working on a unit where students write from the perspective of historical figures leading up to the American Revolution. These writing tools have allowed my students to draft, revise, and polish their work with confidence. With everyone equipped and ready, we've been able to focus more on the content and creativity, rather than scrambling for supplies or borrowing from others. One particularly proud moment was seeing a student who usually struggles with organization sit down, grab their materials, and get right to work on their rough draft without missing a beat.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be moving into peer review and final presentations, where students will use their writing to share historical narratives and persuasive arguments. Your donation didn't just provide supplies—it helped foster independence, motivation, and a stronger sense of ownership in our classroom. Thank you for being a part of our journey and for giving my students the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1731526305726,"projectUrl":"project/mapping-for-success-part-2/8917593/","projectTitle":"Mapping for Success - Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rotunna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7841926_orig.jpg?crop=519,519,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707089907258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7841926"},{"teacherId":7841926,"projectId":8874098,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, my students were thrilled to receive their new notebooks, folders, and writing materials! The excitement was real—when they first saw the colorful supplies on their desks, their eyes lit up, and several of them asked, \"Are these really for us?\" For many of my students, having their own brand-new materials is a big deal, and it gave them a sense of ownership and pride in their learning.\r\n\r\nWe immediately put the supplies to use during our American Revolution unit. Each student created an interactive notebook where they take notes, reflect on historical events, and even write journal entries from the perspective of colonists. One moment that really stood out was when a student who typically struggles with organization excitedly showed me how they had neatly labeled their folder and started color-coding their notes. It was a simple yet powerful shift that gave them more confidence in class.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're using these materials to prepare for a collaborative research project where students will explore different Revolutionary figures and present their findings to the class. These resources help us stay organized and engaged, and they've truly made our classroom a more focused and inspiring place to learn. Thank you for being a part of that!","fullyFundedDate":1730998307772,"projectUrl":"project/mapping-for-success-part-1/8874098/","projectTitle":"Mapping for Success: Part 1","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rotunna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7841926_orig.jpg?crop=519,519,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707089907258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7841926"},{"teacherId":941637,"projectId":8984953,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our project. These books help with reading fluency, vocabulary, and engagement. However, it is the intangibles that make this project so valuable to our staff and students.\r\n\r\nThere is nothing worse to a teacher than not having books that engage their students. Watching students struggle as they learn to read as older students is heartbreaking. Having this collection of books that a teacher can work with that are not \"babyish\" is a great tool for the staff.\r\n\r\nThere is nothing worse than watching a middle schooler trying to work on their reading and knowing that they will be teased because the reading material at their level is made for first and second grade students' tastes. \r\n\r\nThank you again for helping us purchase this collection of low level but high interest books for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1742263196963,"projectUrl":"project/no-more-baby-books/8984953/","projectTitle":"No More Baby Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Library Media Center","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp941637_orig.jpg?crop=725,725,x37,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1581341905027","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hillside-library"},{"teacherId":3722212,"projectId":9043205,"letterContent":"I am so incredibly grateful for your generousity and for you helping to fund this project for my classroom. My students were so excited to have the new pencils, but more so the new pencil sharpeners! On the day the boxes arrived, they were also so excited to use the new headphones....students who never take the time to listen to readings or use headphones for testing/diagnostics, were now engaged due to the fact that they could use new headphones! It was so awesome to see! They loved the colors and how well they were able to hear through them while working. I can not thank you for supporting myself, my students and my science classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1740699622054,"projectUrl":"project/much-needed-classroom-supplies/9043205/","projectTitle":"Much Needed Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zioze","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3722212_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473603730185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-zioze"},{"teacherId":9735832,"projectId":8748514,"letterContent":"We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation to our Clothing Closet. Your contribution of hygiene products, mirrors, and items that foster connection will make a lasting impact on the individuals and families we serve. The students were jumping at the opportunity to help us organize and were joyous to have a community that supports them. With your support, our students can walk down the hallways and their community with confidence and greater self-esteem. \r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond just providing physical items—it brings dignity and hope to those who need it most. The hygiene products are essential to maintaining personal well-being, while the mirrors and connection items allow people to feel seen and valued. These are crucial to building a sense of community and self-worth.\r\n\r\nAs part of our commitment to helping newcomers integrate into the community, we are excited to share that these donations will greatly support our Newcomer Program. This program is designed to offer vital resources and support to individuals and families as they settle into their new surroundings. Your contribution will make their journey much smoother and more welcoming, creating a strong foundation for their future success.\r\nThank you again for your thoughtful and impactful donation. Your generosity plays an essential role in strengthening our mission, and we are so grateful to have you as part of our community.\r\n-Angela Nicholl and Lara Pinto","fullyFundedDate":1732073211406,"projectUrl":"project/stock-the-clothing-closet/8748514/","projectTitle":"Stock the Clothing Closet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nicholl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9735832_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732068348280","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9735832"},{"teacherId":3575453,"projectId":8951410,"letterContent":"Thank you for your\r\ngenerous donation. \r\nIt is nice to have cleaning supplies in a lab that has over a 120 students a day sharing desktop computers. Especially during cold and flu season.\r\n\r\nThe student have access to tissues as well as lysol wipes to help them stay heathly in the computer lab. This way students are staying well and can learn in a clean enviroment as they create and learn how to use differnte softward and keyboarding skills.\r\n\r\nWe are very appreciative for your donation. Thank you very much.","fullyFundedDate":1734568146960,"projectUrl":"project/squeaky-clean-computer-lab/8951410/","projectTitle":"Squeaky Clean Computer Lab!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. MacDonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3575453_orig.jpg?crop=2013,2013,x1200,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1645029279168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3575453"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_80227","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":772,"numTeachers":63,"percentFrplEligible":44,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":11,"percentWhite":46,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":28,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"12.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":71.7,"schoolId":80227,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hillside Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hillside Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-hampshire/school-administrative-unit-37/hillside-middle-school/80227"}