{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"J.W. Poynter Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":36.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10051712,"projectId":9401414,"letterContent":"It is with sincerest thanks that I send this letter to you today. My middle school special education classrooms have been filled with your donations and have made an impact already on my students' learning. My students are 7th and 8th graders who spend time in modified classes due to the educational impact of their special education eligibilities. We aim for inclusion at our school and having these donations aids us teachers in that cause. \r\n\r\n Many of students have enjoyed having the manipulatives for math, materials to improve their fine motor skills, extra expo markers to draw on their own white boards, laminated worksheets to help with repetition of lessons and skills, and more! The materials purchased for my life skills students has assisted me and my students immensely. The Science kit is their favorite right now and we love doing hands on science experiments to better understand the concepts in the general education classroom. \r\n\r\n I am new to teaching life skill students and having these materials has helped me to better my practice and aid in my own skill development. Being able to have these ready for me to use in my classrooms makes my prep time simpler and more efficient. I feel that the assistants in my classroom are more effective in supporting the students with their academic work, their individual needs and their emotional health. From the bottom of my heart, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1755521879239,"projectUrl":"project/life-skills/9401414/","projectTitle":"Life Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carroll","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10051712"},{"teacherId":9482077,"projectId":9112378,"letterContent":"The success (or failure) of a classroom library is about the books themselves — are the books going to help students along in their journey towards a lifelong love of reading? \r\n\r\nSeventh-graders in 2025 are picky. They have a LOT of entertainment/leisure options at their disposal; books are not always their go-to. \r\n\r\nStudents also come to school with wildly varying degrees of readiness. Some read widely and deeply; some can barely read at all. Some love manga. Some love romance. And some will ONLY read \"Dog Man\" and \"Diary of a Wimpy Kid\" titles (until I remove them from the shelves on the last day of Semester 1). 😜\r\n\r\nIn any event, it's the wide variety of high-quality books that allows ALL students to become readers — and I thank you for helping me to help those students.","fullyFundedDate":1744234867274,"projectUrl":"project/book-reading-is-good/9112378/","projectTitle":"“Book-Reading is Good”","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9482077_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736397456999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9482077"},{"teacherId":9482077,"projectId":9254351,"letterContent":"The books you helped me to purchase for our classroom library are already making a positive difference in the lives of my seventh-grade students. \r\n\r\nAt the beginning of a new school year, I meet students who already love reading, students who read \"sometimes,\" students who claim to dislike the reading of books, students who struggle with reading, etc. \r\n\r\nAnd as I introduce our classroom library, provide daily time for independent choice-reading, and encourage check-outs...I watch carefully.\r\n\r\nBook-lovers start devouring books (and series) and experiment with classics. Former readers often find their way back to being book-lovers. Skeptical readers tentatively develop their reading lives, and book-resistant students begin to enjoy comics and graphic novels. \r\n\r\nAnd all of this \"book love\" is possible because of generous donors who help me put books in the hands of kids. \r\n\r\nThank you. 🙏🏼","fullyFundedDate":1750483859369,"projectUrl":"project/books-to-help-them-love-reading/9254351/","projectTitle":"Books to Help Them Love Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9482077_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736397456999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9482077"},{"teacherId":4079092,"projectId":9308207,"letterContent":"When the new resources arrived, my students were so excited—they couldn't wait to crack open their new graph paper composition books and start sketching out problems. One student even said, \"These feel like real math notebooks, not just regular paper!\" The grid has already helped them stay organized while working through graphing and multi-step equation problems.\r\n\r\nThe highlighters have been a huge hit too. Students use them to color-code steps in multi-step equations and to mark important vocabulary in their notes, which has made their work much clearer and easier to follow. Our rolling whiteboard has been a game-changer during group work—I can move it around the room so students can work out problems together and share their thinking with their classmates.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments so far was watching a small group huddle around the whiteboard, debating which method to use to solve a transformation problem. They were passing the marker back and forth, engaged in passionate discussion. It was collaborative, focused, and full of \"aha!\" moments.\r\n\r\nThese resources are helping students feel like real mathematicians—organized, creative, and confident.","fullyFundedDate":1751037076012,"projectUrl":"project/boosting-math-mastery-with-low-risk-vis/9308207/","projectTitle":"Boosting Math Mastery with Low Risk, Visual Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Glaske","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4079092_orig.jpg?crop=1071,1071,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1556305599043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4079092"},{"teacherId":9373197,"projectId":9165075,"letterContent":"The students adore the mosaics supplies! What fun we have sorting, placing, dreaming. We appreciate the donation so much. The project opened a new skill to the students. Students learned how to make mosaic coasters. They made such unique pieces. Each one showing their creativeness. They have requested more and more tiles. \r\n\r\nThe mosaics supplies brings students to the library. Having these amazing crafts in the library's Makerspace allows students to feel supported by the school and interested in actually being at school. Donations like yours makes school and the library a destination.","fullyFundedDate":1746559015650,"projectUrl":"project/incredible-mosaic-tile-art-projects-for/9165075/","projectTitle":"Incredible Mosaic Tile Art Projects for All in the Makerspace","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9373197_orig.jpg?crop=1732,1732,x0,y340&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710439006536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9373197"},{"teacherId":9373197,"projectId":9312850,"letterContent":"Thank you for the absolutely excellent books to add to our middle school library. The quality of storytelling and writing is high in these Young Readers Choice Award books. They are a great addition to our library and we are so grateful that you donated them to us!\r\n\r\nMany students from our school participate in the Young Readers Choice Awards. They have most of the donated books checked out as I write this. Having all of the books available to read and then vote for their favorite is a luxury at our school. It makes participating possible for many students.","fullyFundedDate":1746785600163,"projectUrl":"project/young-readers-choice-award-nominees-e/9312850/","projectTitle":"Young Reader's Choice Award Nominees = Excellent Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9373197_orig.jpg?crop=1732,1732,x0,y340&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710439006536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9373197"},{"teacherId":9373197,"projectId":9235989,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for purchasing fabulous books for our middle school library! We never seem to have enough funding to purchase all of the books our students request. Your generosity made it possible. Our students are so grateful!\r\n\r\nThe books were quickly snapped up by hungry readers. The graphic novels are always engaging! It's a joy to see the smiles on the students faces as they find the book they are looking for. Many have been checked out multiple times already! \r\n\r\nI am heartened by knowing there are individuals and organizations that support the youth of our nation. I appreciate you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1746785373487,"projectUrl":"project/books-to-engage/9235989/","projectTitle":"Books to Engage","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9373197_orig.jpg?crop=1732,1732,x0,y340&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710439006536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9373197"},{"teacherId":9482077,"projectId":9022699,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me to create a classroom library to foster a love of reading in my 7th grade language arts classroom. \r\n\r\nWhen students are provided time to read, have access to great books, and are encouraged by \"the head reader\" (aka teacher) to develop and maintain rich reading lives, great things can happen. Students who have fallen out of love with reading find that love for books returning. Students who actively dislike reading discover books they just can't resist. And those who already love reading deepen and expand their engagement. \r\n\r\nSo thank you, again, for helping.","fullyFundedDate":1739375881191,"projectUrl":"project/new-classroom-library-books-for-a-new/9022699/","projectTitle":"New (Classroom Library) Books for a New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9482077_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736397456999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9482077"},{"teacherId":9482077,"projectId":8836136,"letterContent":"Thanks so much for contributing books to our classroom library. My seventh graders get time each day for independent choice reading; having a well-stocked library increases the odds that all learners will find the books that speak to them as individuals, that spark their curiosity, and/or turn them into readers.\r\n\r\nNot every student comes to middle school a reader. In fact, many are surprisingly resistant to the idea of book-reading. The reasons for this need to be addressed - but we can only do what we can do. So we provide access to great books and time to read. \r\n\r\n\r\nWith your help, I was able to provide my awesome students with access to twenty new-to-our-classroom titles. And I think that's awesome.\r\n\r\nSo thanks again - very much!","fullyFundedDate":1733269632254,"projectUrl":"project/more-books-more-readers/8836136/","projectTitle":"More Books = More Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9482077_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736397456999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9482077"},{"teacherId":9373197,"projectId":9038865,"letterContent":"We are thrilled that you generously donated a class set of books for our Spanish Language Program! The school district is out of money to buy books for our students and teachers. These books will really make a huge positive impact on the learning and community building in our Spanish language classes. \r\n\r\nThe class reads as a group, taking turns reading aloud, stopping to discuss impactful parts of the book. I've seen wonderful connections being made between the students and between students and the story. Having the entire class read the same book is a powerful tool to reading success.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for the Donorschoose, Panda Cares partnership.","fullyFundedDate":1739375884538,"projectUrl":"project/whole-class-spanish-language-novels-bu/9038865/","projectTitle":"Whole-class Spanish Language Novels - Build Community, Read Excellent Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9373197_orig.jpg?crop=1732,1732,x0,y340&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710439006536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9373197"},{"teacherId":9482077,"projectId":8766079,"letterContent":"Thank you, thank you, thank you. \r\n\r\nKids these days have more options than ever for how to spend their free time. Video games, social media, \"binge-watching\" shows and movies, YouTube, and options we may not even know about (yet) or (care to) understand. \r\n\r\nAnd then there are books. \r\n\r\nAs you might imagine, it can be hard to convince some of today's middle-schoolers to spend their idle time reading books.\r\n\r\nI'm trying to share with ALL my students the magic of book-reading. So I meet them where they're at. Some students need comic books; others are ready for classics. Whatever they need, that's what I aim to provide. \r\n\r\nThank you SO much for your help with this.","fullyFundedDate":1726686288921,"projectUrl":"project/great-books-for-great-kids/8766079/","projectTitle":"Great Books for Great Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9482077_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736397456999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9482077"},{"teacherId":9373197,"projectId":8848687,"letterContent":"The low-level historical graphic novels really are a hit with both staff and students. The teachers offer the books as fun, additional information for their classes. The students have been very receptive of the books and are gaining a better understanding of the subject thanks to the graphic novels.\r\n\r\nWe all really appreciate your generosity and support. There is one student, in particular, who is working his way through reading every book purchased with this donation. Social studies has become his thing thanks to these books! Just having one student have the lightbulb turn on or become a 'reader' makes all the effort worth it. Thank you for helping this student find his passion.","fullyFundedDate":1727966079174,"projectUrl":"project/low-level-historical-graphic-novels-brin/8848687/","projectTitle":"Low-Level Historical Graphic Novels Bring Social Studies Alive for ALL!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9373197_orig.jpg?crop=1732,1732,x0,y340&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710439006536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9373197"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_88440","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":703,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":60,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":36,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":42,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"21.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":63.6,"schoolId":88440,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about J.W. 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