{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"James McHenry Elementary Middle School 10","outOfStateSupporters":40.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5094835,"projectId":9462368,"letterContent":"Thank you for choosing to make a difference through your donation. We appreciate your support more than words can express. Our materials arrived just in time to for students to be able to fully immerse in our Grocery theme play unit. \r\n\r\nStudents were ecstatic as they saw the materials from your donations bring each center to life. This unit supports students in using their own experiences and knowledge about the grocery store.and to be able to focus on role-specific language more explicitly. The variety of wooden food sets we received from this project brought joy and fun to each center, such as making a cake in our bakery, cutting fruits and vegetables in produce, sorting food groups in the deli, and racing hot wheels in our loading dock. Overall, the materials from this project helped bring about new vocabulary and understanding roles and responsibilities of customers and employees throughout a grocery store. The community helper vest we received have been most popular as students get to change their jobs as quickly as they can put on anew vest.\r\n\r\nWe attribute our success with learning through play to generous donors like you. Thank you again for your commitment and kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1757611199550,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-play-based-learning/9462368/","projectTitle":"Sensory & Play-Based Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5094835_orig.jpg?crop=635,635,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698781889974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5094835"},{"teacherId":182321,"projectId":9396319,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire school community, we would like to express our deepest appreciation to everyone who supported the Bins for a Better Tomorrow initiative. Your generosity and commitment to our students have made a remarkable difference in creating a cleaner, more sustainable learning environment.\r\n\r\nThrough your donations, classrooms across the school have been outfitted with new recycling bins and educational materials that teach the importance of caring for our planet. These simple yet powerful tools are helping our students learn about responsible recycling, environmental stewardship, and how small actions can create big change.\r\n\r\nThe presence of these bins has sparked meaningful conversations about waste reduction, reuse, and sustainability—both in the classroom and beyond. Students are taking ownership of their role in protecting the environment, and your support has helped make that possible.\r\n\r\nYour contributions have not only improved our school facilities but have also helped cultivate lifelong lessons about responsibility and respect for the world around us. Thanks to you, we are empowering our students to think critically, act responsibly, and build a better tomorrow.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your partnership, your generosity, and your belief in our mission. Together, we are shaping a future where every student understands that positive change begins with simple, thoughtful actions—like putting the right item in the right bin.\r\n\r\nThank you for your continued support and for helping us make a lasting impact!","fullyFundedDate":1757611202132,"projectUrl":"project/bins-for-a-better-tomorrow-part-2/9396319/","projectTitle":"Bins for a Better Tomorrow Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp182321_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470348935064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/182321"},{"teacherId":3955671,"projectId":9586634,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project for \"A Strong Start to a Strong School Year!\" Through your generosity, our teachers have access to supplies they need to do day-to-day tasks. For instance, with the colored ink, our teachers have been making resources for students, such as color-coded individualized schedules or visual reminders about how to shape their mouth when pronouncing certain sounds. Colored ink has helped to make classroom spaces more inviting. \r\n\r\nFor our students who are unable to get breakfast in the morning or need a pick-me-up during the school day, your donated snacks (granola bars, applesauce, fruit snacks, etc.) have fueled them! They are excited about the choices and it helps them continue learning throughout the day. It's also great to be able to provide them with something nutritious.\r\n\r\nThe organizational tools, like folders, post-it notes, and notepads, have helped my colleagues with data collection. These things are simple, but go a long way to helping us do our jobs effectively. \r\n\r\nWe are really thankful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1755446421189,"projectUrl":"project/a-strong-start-to-a-strong-school-year/9586634/","projectTitle":"A Strong Start to a Strong School Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fiesta-Righter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3955671_orig.jpg?crop=1622,1622,x403,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755279223274","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3955671"},{"teacherId":622793,"projectId":9319648,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! Because of you, my students have access to engaging decodable books that are strengthening their phonics skills and building their confidence as readers. These resources have provided them with meaningful practice in small groups, helping them connect letters and sounds while growing into fluent, joyful readers.\r\nYour kindness is also making it possible for us to bring in fine motor skill tools that will support our learning centers and intervention groups. These hands-on materials have helped my students develop the coordination and strength they need for writing, cutting, and other daily classroom activities—skills that are just as essential to their long-term success.\r\nThanks to your generosity, my students will grow in both literacy and motor development, giving them a strong foundation for their future learning. We are so grateful for your belief in our work and in our kids!","fullyFundedDate":1746787149869,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-reading-readiness/9319648/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Reading Readiness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mente","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp622793_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y77&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651448634042","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/622793"},{"teacherId":9996996,"projectId":9251614,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generosity in helping supply our after-school STEM program with brand-new STEM kits. The impact on our students has been immediate and inspiring. When they first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. Many of our students had never had the chance to work with hands-on tools like these before, and it opened the door for them to explore science, technology, engineering, and math in new and meaningful ways. What could have been just another after-school activity quickly became an engaging space where learning feels like discovery.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our students have been able to work together to solve problems, build projects, and see their ideas come to life. Their enthusiasm has carried over into the classroom as well, where they are asking more questions, making connections to real-world STEM concepts, and showing increased confidence in their abilities. These moments of curiosity and success are possible because of the opportunities you've helped create.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to continue expanding the types of projects our students can do with these kits. Our next steps include guiding them through collaborative challenges, introducing more advanced concepts, and connecting what they build to everyday life and future careers. Your donation has not only equipped our program with materials—it has planted the seeds of innovation, teamwork, and a love of learning that will continue to grow. Thank you for investing in our students' futures.","fullyFundedDate":1746643161885,"projectUrl":"project/sparking-curiosity-after-school-stem-cl/9251614/","projectTitle":"Sparking Curiosity: After-School STEM Club for Young Innovators!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9996996_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759363529287","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9996996"},{"teacherId":4203879,"projectId":9615635,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! My students love stories that spark their imagination, and the new graphic novels you helped provide are already making a huge difference.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is active and joyful. These books are helping us build essential comprehension skills: analyzing character motivations, comparing themes, and making connections across texts. The visual storytelling supports readers who need extra scaffolding while still challenging advanced readers to think critically.\r\n\r\nAlready, I've seen students gravitate toward specific titles. One reluctant reader who rarely finished a book couldn't put down The Witch Boy and proudly shared a summary with the class. Another student, who often chooses fantasy, was captivated by March and began asking thoughtful questions about history and social justice. Every student has found a story that speaks to them.\r\n\r\nBy supporting this project, you've helped us build a diverse library that truly reflects my students and the world around them. You've given them not just books, but mirrors to see themselves, windows into new experiences, and sliding glass doors to imagine possibilities.\r\n\r\nThank you for making reading fun, meaningful, and inclusive in our classroom","fullyFundedDate":1757611200666,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-up-literacy-with-graphic-novels/9615635/","projectTitle":"Leveling Up Literacy with Graphic Novels!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gifford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4203879_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486404314164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4203879"},{"teacherId":4203879,"projectId":9208038,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our school is now buzzing with energy, creativity, and joy! The dry erase boards and sentence strips have become daily tools for writing practice, problem-solving, and teamwork. The scratch notebooks, galaxy pencils, and chalk markers have turned lessons into fun, colorful opportunities for artistic expression.\r\n\r\nThe rewards and prizes have been a huge motivator! Students are thrilled to earn duck figurines, fidget spinner bracelets, or a spin on the prize wheel for their hard work and positive choices. And with the hand sanitizer, we're keeping everyone healthy and ready to learn together.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our classroom truly feels like a place where learning and fun go hand in hand. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746755035118,"projectUrl":"project/spin-scribble-and-shine-fun-and-learn/9208038/","projectTitle":"Spin, Scribble, and Shine: Fun and Learning to Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gifford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4203879_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486404314164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4203879"},{"teacherId":4203879,"projectId":9487695,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our book vending machine has become a true hub of joy and learning in our school! During the first week of schools, students were asking and wondering how to earn a token to get a book from the vending machine.\r\n\r\nThese new titles do so much more than put stories in students' hands, they build real reading skills. Books like Rosie Revere, Engineer and The Magnificent Makers encourage problem-solving and spark curiosity about STEM, while Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut and Hair Love invite discussions about identity, self-expression, and confidence. Through read-alouds and independent reading, students are practicing comprehension, making text-to-self connections, and building vocabulary, all while falling in love with reading.\r\n\r\nReading in our school now looks like excitement, pride, and ownership. Students are not just reading, they're seeing themselves in stories, learning new lessons, and imagining big futures. Thank you for helping us create these powerful moments.","fullyFundedDate":1755010115682,"projectUrl":"project/a-book-vending-machine-full-of-joy-curi/9487695/","projectTitle":"A Book Vending Machine Full of Joy, Curiosity, and Representation!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gifford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4203879_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486404314164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4203879"},{"teacherId":9186467,"projectId":9098050,"letterContent":"My students are loving the new bean bag chairs! Students are always begging to be able to sit there during independent reading time, and the other bean bag is used for the Eagle's Nest, the area students can go to take a break when they need to emotionally regulate themself. \r\n\r\nI literally got called \"the coolest teacher\" when I brought out the supplies, which was a lot of fun. The kids absolutely love being in an environment that feels inviting to them and your support has gone a long way in ensuring they have that space. Thank you so much for helping my students feel ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1746786059098,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-growing-minds/9098050/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Growing Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. MacKinnon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9186467_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y540&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699742550458","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9186467"},{"teacherId":182321,"projectId":9301414,"letterContent":"When our new recycle bins arrived, my students were so excited to see them in each classroom! The Green Team took the lead by labeling the bins and delivering them to every general education classroom in the building. Watching them take ownership of this project was a powerful moment—they felt proud to know they were making a real difference in our school community.\r\n\r\nAt first, students were curious and even a little surprised that recycling could be so simple and accessible. Many immediately started reminding their classmates about which items should go in the bins. It sparked great conversations about responsibility, teamwork, and caring for our environment.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building schoolwide habits around recycling. The Green Team will be sharing reminders and encouraging their peers to keep using the bins correctly. Thanks to your generosity, our school is one step closer to becoming a true Green School!","fullyFundedDate":1746717729888,"projectUrl":"project/bins-for-a-better-tomorrow/9301414/","projectTitle":"Bins for a Better Tomorrow","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp182321_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470348935064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/182321"},{"teacherId":9140035,"projectId":9123018,"letterContent":"I cannot stress enough how impactful your donations have been during the school year 2024-25. As new language learners, my middle schoolers were able to use the mini notebooks as note catchers during instruction, jotting down newly learned vocabulary words and/or expressions. Furthermore, the glue sticks and other school supplies allow them to complete their Francophone project.\r\n\r\nI also would like to express our gratitude for the kitchen appliances donated as they were indeed a good addition to our cooking club. For instance, the cooking utensils and even the burners allow my French scholars to experience new and exotic delicacies such as crepes and more...\r\n\r\nMerci beaucoup dear donors, for making our learning environment a fun and exciting experience.","fullyFundedDate":1742960923872,"projectUrl":"project/kids-can-cook-afterschool-cooking-club/9123018/","projectTitle":"Kids Can Cook! Afterschool Cooking Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Drabo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9140035_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x253,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725461464698","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9140035"},{"teacherId":9364228,"projectId":9305269,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Your support means the world to both me and my students. With your help we have been able to improve our students reading and writing skills\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly made a difference, and it's because of thoughtful contributions like yours that we can create a more engaging and enriching learning environment. The students are already excited and grateful, and it's heartwarming to see their enthusiasm grow.\r\nThank you again for being such a valued part of our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1746715641751,"projectUrl":"project/soaring-futures-help-my-incoming-flock/9305269/","projectTitle":"Soaring Futures. 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