{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"J.D. Smith Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":73.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1274095,"projectId":9942414,"letterContent":"Thank you for fully funding our project which will bring portable whiteboards into our math classroom!\r\n\r\nYour incredible support is a direct investment in the success and confidence of my students. The project's goal was to foster an active learning environment where students could quickly test ideas, revise their thinking, and make their reasoning visible, and thanks to you, that is now a reality.\r\n\r\nThese portable whiteboards will immediately and profoundly impact our daily lessons by:\r\n\r\nIncreasing Participation: Every student will now have the chance to participate in real-time, show their work, and get immediate feedback, which was previously limited by shared materials.\r\n\r\nSupporting Diverse Learners: The whiteboards are especially helpful for students still developing English skills, as they can draw models, write key vocabulary, and show understanding visually, engaging together with their group members.\r\n\r\nStrengthening Problem-Solving: Students will use them to think out loud—whether solving equations, graphing relationships, or constructing geometric models—transforming routine practice into a collaborative and visual experience.\r\n\r\nYou have given my students the essential tools they need to strengthen their problem-solving skills, build confidence, and take ownership of their learning. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in their success!","fullyFundedDate":1765035295017,"projectUrl":"project/portable-whiteboards-to-power-up-student/9942414/","projectTitle":"Portable Whiteboards to Power Up Student Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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The mobility of the iPad will allow students to share their thinking instantly to the whole class, making learning visible, collaborative, and dynamic.\r\n\r\nA Large Digital Wall Clock with a Built-in Timer: This is a vital classroom management tool. Visualizing time helps students track their work during group work and transitions, supporting their development of essential executive functioning skills and keeping our day running smoothly.\r\n\r\nLCD Writing Tablets: These tablets have brought a spark of magic to routine practice! By lowering the \"risk\" of mistakes with a simple clear button, they encourage hesitant learners to tackle complex problems. Students are already excited to \"show off\" their thinking to their peers, transforming solitary work into a visual, collaborative experience.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and our classroom vision. Your generosity is a powerful force that will foster independence, collaboration, and a deeper love for learning in every student.","fullyFundedDate":1768077794694,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-bold-colors-digital-tools/9991300/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds, Bold Colors: Digital Tools for Dynamic Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Klink","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1274095_orig.jpg?crop=1893,1892,x0,y138&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1555626999490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/klink"},{"teacherId":1274095,"projectId":9529011,"letterContent":"Before your donation, our classroom setup made it difficult for students to easily and immediately share their digital work with the class. The friction of physically connecting devices or emailing files takes valuable instructional time and limits spontaneous, collaborative learning.\r\n\r\nThe Apple AirPlay device transforms our classroom into a dynamic, interactive learning environment. By enabling wireless screen mirroring, students are able to instantly share their projects, presentations, research, and creative work from their own devices directly onto the main display.\r\n\r\nThank you for your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1763622689957,"projectUrl":"project/let-students-take-the-stage-to-share-the/9529011/","projectTitle":"Let Students Take the Stage to Share Their Work Wirelessly!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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Many of them rely on school-provided instruments and supplies, and having fresh strings and rosin made an immediate difference in how their instruments responded. Students noticed that their sound improved right away, which boosted their confidence and motivation. Something as simple as having working tuner batteries also empowered students to take more responsibility for tuning themselves, reinforcing independence and good rehearsal habits.\r\n\r\nBecause of this support, our next steps include continuing to build strong foundational skills such as accurate tuning, tone production, and ensemble listening as we prepare concert repertoire for upcoming performances. These resources help create a more equitable learning environment where all students—regardless of personal resources—can participate fully and successfully. We are incredibly grateful to our donors for giving our students the tools they need to grow as musicians and perform with pride.","fullyFundedDate":1768324107168,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-mariachi-violins-performance-rea/10011029/","projectTitle":"Keeping Mariachi Violins Performance-Ready","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gonzales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp305198_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472427957301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/daniel-gonzales"},{"teacherId":305198,"projectId":9878127,"letterContent":"Thanks to our donors, our students are now able to perform with greater freedom, confidence, and professionalism using the Xvive Dual Wireless System. This technology has transformed how our mariachi students rehearse and perform by eliminating the need for cables, which often limited movement and created distractions during live performances. With the wireless system, students can focus more fully on listening, ensemble balance, and musical expression rather than worrying about where they are standing or managing equipment.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about this new system is the mobility it provides. They are now able to move naturally while performing, engage more directly with their audience, and experience what it feels like to perform in a more authentic, professional mariachi setting. This has been especially impactful during school assemblies and community performances, where visual presentation and audience connection are just as important as sound quality. The wireless setup also allows for quicker transitions and smoother setups, maximizing instructional and performance time.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant during performances have shown increased confidence since using the wireless system. Being able to move freely without fear of unplugging or damaging equipment has helped them relax and perform with greater energy and pride. Overall, this resource has elevated both the learning environment and the performance experience for our students, and it has helped them better understand what it means to perform as a professional ensemble. We are incredibly grateful to our donors for making this opportunity possible.","fullyFundedDate":1765035295558,"projectUrl":"project/wireless-freedom-for-our-mariachi-perfor/9878127/","projectTitle":"Wireless Freedom for Our Mariachi Performances!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gonzales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp305198_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472427957301","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/daniel-gonzales"},{"teacherId":5338765,"projectId":9988510,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of an iPad and other materials to my classroom. Your support will have a meaningful impact on teaching and learning in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThis iPad will be used to enhance instruction, support student engagement, and provide access to valuable educational resources. Donations like yours help us create more dynamic and inclusive learning experiences for our students.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and investment in education. Your generosity makes a difference, and we sincerely appreciate your support of our teachers and school community.","fullyFundedDate":1768240656426,"projectUrl":"project/mobility-engagement/9988510/","projectTitle":"Mobility Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. V.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5338765_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524242121650","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5338765"},{"teacherId":10402460,"projectId":10011124,"letterContent":"Our students are already benefiting from the new microphone stand bags and wagon, which are being used to transport sound equipment safely and efficiently from the classroom to the gym for concerts and school events. Before receiving these items, moving equipment required multiple trips and extra time, often creating stress right before performances. Now, setup and breakdown are smoother, faster, and safer, allowing students and staff to focus more on music and performance preparation rather than logistics.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new equipment, they were genuinely excited and relieved. They immediately noticed how much easier it was to move microphones and stands without struggling or risking damage. Several students took pride in helping load and transport the equipment, treating it with care and responsibility. It gave them a sense of professionalism and showed them that their performances and efforts are valued.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these resources will continue to support our music program as students prepare for upcoming concerts and community performances. With reliable equipment transport, students can spend more time rehearsing, sound-checking, and building confidence on stage. Thanks to our donors, the learning environment is more organized, efficient, and performance-ready, helping students experience what it truly means to be part of a professional music ensemble.","fullyFundedDate":1768334154086,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-move-sound-equipment-sa/10011124/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Move Sound Equipment Safely","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402460"},{"teacherId":8130646,"projectId":7965373,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredibly generous donations, our mariachi program has been busy performing all across the Las Vegas area for community events. We often are asked to help provide festive music for community events and the sound system has been crucial to our participation in said events.\r\n\r\nWith a quick and easy, powerful setup, our students voices can be heard clearly at all these performances. The system has also been incredibly helpful with practices where the students have a way to practice performing on microphones without the fuss of a major sound system setup.\r\n\r\nOur students will continue to share their talents with our school and community for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1701186671543,"projectUrl":"project/turn-up-the-volume-portable-sound-syste/7965373/","projectTitle":"Turn Up The Volume: Portable Sound System for Performances","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Garibay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8130646_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634189835834","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestro-garibay"},{"teacherId":8130646,"projectId":7862782,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, my students have been able to thrive in a whole new way in the music classroom. Several of the students have continued on in high school fine arts magnet schools and are pursuing all avenues of music performance, education, and business. Our current students are utilizing the equipment as a practice tool for perfecting vocal parts. \r\n\r\nWe will continue to utilize the recording equipment to ensure top quality performances and opening doors for new and exciting opportunities for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1697047529878,"projectUrl":"project/practice-makes-perfect-music-recording/7862782/","projectTitle":"Practice Makes Perfect: Music Recording 101","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Garibay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8130646_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634189835834","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestro-garibay"},{"teacherId":8571318,"projectId":9413850,"letterContent":"We're using the new resources every day as part of our classroom routine. \r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and relieved. Several said how helpful it was to have these items available, and it immediately made them feel more comfortable and supported in the classroom.\r\n\r\nNow that students' basic needs are being met, they're more focused and engaged in lessons and projects. They're participating more, working together, and feeling confident coming into class. We're so grateful, these resources truly make a difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1758636449752,"projectUrl":"project/softer-ambiance/9413850/","projectTitle":"Softer Ambiance","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yesy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8571318_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746768104040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8571318"},{"teacherId":9072503,"projectId":9321960,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous contribution that made it possible for me to receive a MacBook for my classroom. This resource has truly elevated my teaching practice and transformed the learning experience for my students.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the MacBook, I've been able to design more engaging and interactive lessons through digital tools like Google Slides, Canva, and Nearpod. I've streamlined my lesson planning, data tracking, and individualized supports for my students with special needs—helping me better meet them where they are academically. Having reliable, updated technology has also allowed me to create visually rich presentations and access real-time resources that keep my students interested and motivated to learn.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, I'm excited to continue growing in the area of digital literacy and creative instructional design. I'm particularly eager to integrate multimedia projects that allow my students to showcase their voices through short videos, podcasts, and digital storytelling. This MacBook has opened the door to endless creative opportunities—for both my students and myself.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our classroom and believing in the power of education. Your generosity has made a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1746786166876,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-up-learning-a-laptop-for-a-lif/9321960/","projectTitle":"Leveling Up Learning: a Laptop for a Lifelong Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jeme Gantt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9072503_orig.jpg?crop=2688,2688,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689353148340","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9072503"},{"teacherId":305198,"projectId":9200501,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to sincerely thank you for making it possible for us to receive the Bose portable speaker. This gift has transformed the way we experience music in our classroom. Whether it's mariachi rehearsals, practicing rhythm drills, or listening to professional recordings for inspiration, the clarity and power of this speaker has elevated our learning environment. Students are more engaged, and they immediately noticed how much better the music sounds compared to what we had before.\r\n\r\nThe biggest impact has been how it helps us perform and practice as an ensemble. The portability allows us to use it in different classrooms, the gym, or even outdoors, which gives our students the chance to hear music the way it should be heard—full, rich, and clear. This has not only improved their timing and confidence, but it has also given them pride in their rehearsals. 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