{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Howard D McMillan Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":36.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2079171,"projectId":9621846,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students of Howard D. McMillan Middle School, I am writing to express our profound gratitude for your generous donation of replacement drone parts for our middle school robotics and engineering program.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has had an immediate and measurable impact on our students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nOur robotics program is designed to give middle schoolers hands-on experience with emerging technologies, sparking their curiosity and preparing them for future STEM careers. A core element of this curriculum is learning to build, program, and pilot educational drones.\r\n\r\nBefore your donation, a single mishap—like a damaged rotor blade or a broken chassis—could ground an entire learning group for weeks while we waited for budget cycles and standard orders to complete. Your gift has completely eliminated this roadblock.\r\n\r\nThis program is about much more than just robotics; it is about building confidence, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Every drone our students successfully repair and fly is a tangible representation of their ability to master complex technology.\r\n\r\nYour donation is not just a box of parts; it is an investment in the future innovators, engineers, and technologists who will emerge from our school. You have helped us keep the excitement in our classroom buzzing.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for believing in our students and for supporting hands-on, impactful technology education. We are deeply grateful for your commitment.","fullyFundedDate":1755575053812,"projectUrl":"project/stem-in-the-sky/9621846/","projectTitle":"Stem in the Sky","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Karen Adamson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2079171_orig.jpg?crop=170,170,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755563442483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2079171"},{"teacherId":2521225,"projectId":9343274,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to my classroom. The kids love to use the writing tablets to complete their online assignments. I even have my students use the writing tablets on their tests to prevent cheating by sliding their work from one student to another.\r\n The students find the tablets easier to use and less strenuous than the traditional style of paper and pencil assignments. They seem to enjoy completing their assignments more when they use their writing tablets. Thank you so much for making this project come to life!","fullyFundedDate":1757423350322,"projectUrl":"project/paperless-math-class/9343274/","projectTitle":"Paperless Math Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rimmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2521225_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471989794087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2521225"},{"teacherId":2521225,"projectId":9544546,"letterContent":"Thank you for generously donating to my Algebra classroom. The students use their calculators on a daily basis while completing their Algebra assignments. It really helps that each of my students now has access to a handheld calculator to be able to check their calculations which really minimizes their mistakes.\r\n The students really enjoyed the system of equations lesson which consisted of students trying to figure out how many of the different types of pennies were in a sealed container. The students used the digital scale to accurately measure which allowed for much more precision in each of their answers. \r\n The printer has allowed for me to quickly print extra copies for students who sometimes don't have their laptops with them. \r\n Thank you for providing me with so many new supplies that has really improved my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1755731902890,"projectUrl":"project/upgrading-my-stem-math-class/9544546/","projectTitle":"Upgrading My STEM Math Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rimmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2521225_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471989794087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2521225"},{"teacherId":10188004,"projectId":9636243,"letterContent":"I do not have words to show my gratitude for this amazing donation. Your gift of a new printer is more than a piece of equipment; it is a catalyst for equitable access for all students in my Title I electives classes, including our ESE (Exceptional Student Education) and ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages) populations. Our students often face significant resource challenges, and the reliability of digital tools can be unpredictable. This essential printer immediately solves a critical problem, allowing my students to effortlessly reach a paper-based activity in case the computers do not work, ensuring that instruction time is maximized and learning momentum is never lost due to technical glitches. Your generosity directly invests in the stability and continuity of their education.\r\n\r\nThis printer provides crucial, individualized support that directly impacts student success and empowers differentiated instruction. It gave a boost for those who had special needs with an extra help in class or at home, specifically honoring their accommodations with the option to submit assignments in paper in case they need them. This ability to print customized materials—from large-print worksheets for ESE students to visual vocabulary aids for ESOL learners—is vital for compliance and true comprehension. Additionally, with these activities, students were able to improve their fine motor skills that each kid needs to develop or improve in benefit of their other classes and their academic overall. We are now able to integrate essential hands-on, tactile projects that strengthen the fundamental physical skills necessary for success across the curriculum.\r\n\r\nThe excitement and engagement among the students have been extraordinary. All my students were just excited to have the opportunity to complete hands-on activities that allows them to work individually or practicing team work activities properly and taking advantage to complete the activities together and well done. The ability to produce tangible, high-quality projects has fostered a powerful sense of ownership, collaboration, and pride in their work. Your generous contribution has not only provided a vital technological backup but has profoundly enhanced our learning environment, promoting equity, encouraging essential skill development, and instilling confidence in every student, regardless of their background or learning challenge. Thank you for making such a lasting and meaningful impact on their academic journey.","fullyFundedDate":1757683203319,"projectUrl":"project/a-sustainable-solution-for-student-succe/9636243/","projectTitle":"A Sustainable Solution for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tamayo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10188004"},{"teacherId":1930026,"projectId":9882412,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, \"Nourishing Hope: Student Snack Relief Amid Historic SNAP Pause!\" has brought compassion, stability, and comfort into my classroom during a time when many families are facing overwhelming challenges. The snacks you provided have done far more than simply fill empty stomachs—they've restored energy, eased stress, and helped students feel seen and supported when uncertainty surrounds them. Your kindness arrived exactly when it was needed most.\r\n\r\nThe moment my students saw the snack shelves filled, their faces lit up with pure relief. Some immediately asked if they could take something for later, while others simply grabbed a treat and whispered \"thank you.\" One student said quietly, \"Now I won't have to wait until dinner.\" Their reactions were emotional, honest, and deeply moving. In that moment, your generosity became hope made visible.","fullyFundedDate":1762874348561,"projectUrl":"project/nourishing-hope-student-snack-relief-am/9882412/","projectTitle":"Nourishing Hope: Student Snack Relief Amid Historic SNAP Pause!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Porzio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1930026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1496796330486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-amyporzio"},{"teacherId":1930026,"projectId":9817865,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, \"STEM Is Sweeter With You!\" has made an incredible difference in our classroom. The snacks you provided have quietly become one of the most impactful tools we use each day. They help students settle in, recharge, and feel cared for—something that has a direct and powerful effect on their ability to participate fully in our STEM lessons. You didn't just give snacks; you gave comfort, confidence, and a sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nI've used your donations to fuel many hands-on STEM activities already—from our \"Floating Forts\" buoyancy challenge to our small-group engineering rotations. With snacks available, students stay focused longer, collaborate more openly, and show a level of curiosity that blossoms when their basic needs are supported. Our upcoming project is a student-designed STEM challenge where groups will prototype solutions to everyday problems. With full stomachs and full minds, they are ready to take on anything.","fullyFundedDate":1760716833746,"projectUrl":"project/stem-is-sweeter-with-you/9817865/","projectTitle":"STEM Is Sweeter With You!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Porzio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1930026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1496796330486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-amyporzio"},{"teacherId":1930026,"projectId":9787509,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, \"Sweet Success: Building STEM Careers One Treat at a Time!\" has become a daily source of comfort, motivation, and joy in our classroom. The snacks you provided have done so much more than satisfy hunger—they've created a sense of safety that lets students fully engage in the hands-on STEM challenges we do together. When students feel cared for, they're able to take intellectual risks, collaborate, and dive deeper into science with confidence.\r\n\r\nThe day the treats arrived, my students lit up with excitement. A few immediately asked, \"Are these really for us?\" Others quietly grabbed something to eat and whispered that they finally felt like they could focus. That small moment—watching them settle, breathe, and smile—reminded me how powerful meeting basic needs can be. As soon as the snacks were unpacked, students jumped into our STEM activities with fresh energy, tackling experiments and design challenges with a level of enthusiasm that felt brand new.","fullyFundedDate":1760719841867,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-success-building-stem-careers-one/9787509/","projectTitle":"Sweet Success: Building Stem Careers One Treat at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Porzio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1930026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1496796330486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-amyporzio"},{"teacherId":1930026,"projectId":9784229,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, \"Bright Boards, Brighter STEM Minds!!\" has completely transformed the way my students learn, collaborate, and express themselves. These new classroom boards have become the center of our thinking space—where ideas come to life, problems get untangled, and creativity spills across every corner. My students now have a place where their voices, drawings, formulas, and questions can shine brightly for everyone to see.\r\n\r\nThe very first day the boards were installed, my students reacted with pure excitement. They hovered around them like they had just discovered a new toy. A few immediately asked, \"Can we try them right now?\" Within minutes, kids were sketching models, working out equations together, and leaving little encouraging notes for classmates. One student looked at me and said, \"It feels like a real STEM lab now!\" Their pride was unmistakable.","fullyFundedDate":1760631077403,"projectUrl":"project/bright-boards-brighter-stem-minds/9784229/","projectTitle":"Bright Boards, Brighter STEM Minds!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Porzio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1930026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1496796330486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-amyporzio"},{"teacherId":1930026,"projectId":9901576,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, \"Snacks, Sprays, and STEM Days!\" has become one of the brightest parts of our school year. The snacks you provided have been a true lifeline—quietly filling the gap when students come to class hungry or overwhelmed. The calm sprays and sensory supports have created an atmosphere where students can breathe, reset, and actually enjoy learning. And on STEM Days? My classroom turns into a joyful, buzzing workshop of curiosity. None of this would have been possible without you.\r\n\r\nThe first time my students saw everything laid out, their eyes lit up in a way I wish you could have seen in person. I remember one student whispering, \"Is all this really for us?\" Another immediately grabbed a snack and said, \"Now I can actually think!\" Watching them explore the STEM materials—coding little robots, testing circuits, building mini structures with fierce concentration—was like watching doors swing open in their minds. They felt valued, supported, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1763570356093,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-sprays-and-stem-days/9901576/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Sprays, and STEM Days!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Porzio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1930026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1496796330486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-amyporzio"},{"teacherId":9902507,"projectId":9619730,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously funding our new iPad and printer for my ASD classroom at our Title I school. These resources are already making a tremendous difference. The printer allows me to create individualized visual schedules, social stories, token boards, and worksheets that help my students feel secure and understand expectations. The iPad gives them access to communication apps, interactive learning activities, and calming visuals that keep them engaged and motivated.\r\n\r\nYour support directly impacts their ability to learn, communicate, and succeed each day. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1755731349946,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-asd-students-with-visual-supp/9619730/","projectTitle":"Supporting ASD Students With Visual Supports and Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miranda-Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9902507_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755716179078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9902507"},{"teacherId":3747533,"projectId":9579261,"letterContent":"We wanted to send a huge thank you to our incredible donors for making the game day goodie bag project a reality this year! Providing snacks and treats for the Soccer and Volleyball teams has been a total game-changer, not just for the athletes, but especially for our Cheer Team. It's given us an amazing, hands-on way to connect with and truly cheer on our fellow teams, instantly boosting our morale and sense of purpose. We've seen cross-team relationships strengthen, and it makes game days feel more unified and exciting for the whole school. Your generosity has provided more than just snacks—it's fueled a major increase in school spirit and positive teamwork across the athletic department!","fullyFundedDate":1756093014878,"projectUrl":"project/help-fuel-our-sports-teams-to-victory/9579261/","projectTitle":"Help Fuel our Sports Teams to Victory","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Adamson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3747533_orig.jpg?crop=857,857,x141,y53&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733165182119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katelyneadamson"},{"teacherId":10004987,"projectId":9491734,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation!! We are using the paint for props for our winter show. The zip locks we use for accessories like earrings, hair pieces, etc. for our costumes to not get lost. We use disinfecting wipes to wipe down accessories that cannot get washed after show day like chokers, earrings, barres. Lysol spray is a must in the locker room/ dressing room. We want to stay healthy and not catch any germs in order to continue to dance for our family and community. In our dance room we have a whole mirrored wall which we clean using the glass cleaner and microfiber wipes that were purchased for us. \r\nWe are so lucky and grateful for our community and partners for sponsoring us and helping us get these goods for our classroom. There are not enough thank you's in the world.","fullyFundedDate":1757683084068,"projectUrl":"project/dance-class-donation/9491734/","projectTitle":"Dance Class Donation!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Christie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10004987"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_42271","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":957,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":51,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":94,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"17.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.2,"schoolId":42271,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Howard D McMillan Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Howard D McMillan Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/miami-dade-county-public-schools/howard-d-mcmillan-middle-school/42271"}