{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Tecumseh Junior High School","outOfStateSupporters":38.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3023231,"projectId":9733581,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our daily Drop Everything and Read time when from me saying things like, \"Guys, just pick up a book and look at it\" to my students saying, \"Who has Mexico?\" and \"Give me that when you are done!\" These books have changed my classroom for the better! \r\n\r\nEveryday my students read quietly and these books are giving them ways to practice reading in English in ways they enjoy. They kids truly love these books and are constantly selecting books from this portion of my library.\r\n\r\nThank you so much! I cannot begin to explain just how much of a difference you are making!","fullyFundedDate":1758844642526,"projectUrl":"project/step-into-english/9733581/","projectTitle":"Step Into English","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allison Clegg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3023231_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1481934548360","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/allison-clegg"},{"teacherId":10099538,"projectId":9513138,"letterContent":"Our science class started the year with a strong focus on organization, and your generous contributions have played a key role in helping students stay organized and follow classroom procedures. We use our interactive notebooks almost daily. The glue, pocket pouches, and tape you provided have been essential in keeping materials neat and accessible.\r\n\r\nOur dry erase markers are used during fun and engaging review games where student groups answer questions on mini whiteboards. The duct tape has been especially useful, not only for our notebooks but also during our parachute and ramp labs. The different colors of tape make it easy to identify which class period each project or notebook belongs to.\r\n\r\nOverall, we've had a wonderful start to the school year, and your support has made a tremendous difference. Thank you for helping my students experience early success in science. We will continue to use these materials throughout the year as they remain a valuable part of our learning process.","fullyFundedDate":1755879150088,"projectUrl":"project/jump-start-science/9513138/","projectTitle":"Jump Start Science!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rhodes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10099538_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y128&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753823569399","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10099538"},{"teacherId":307328,"projectId":9810677,"letterContent":"The new hygiene station has quickly become an essential part of our daily routine. Students now have easy access to soap, sanitizer, tissues, deodorant, and other personal care supplies, helping them feel more comfortable and confident throughout the school day. One meaningful moment happened right after recess when several students lined up to use the station before lunch. They proudly reminded each other about washing hands and taking care of themselves—showing how this resource has already encouraged positive, responsible habits.\r\n\r\nTheir faces lit up with excitement and relief! Many students were amazed that everything they might need—hand sanitizer, lotion, deodorant, and wipes—was right there for them to use. A few even said, \"This is so cool!\" and \"Now I don't have to worry if I forget something at home.\" It was heartwarming to see how something so simple made such a big difference in how they felt about being at school.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to build on the hygiene station by incorporating lessons about personal wellness and health habits. Students will take part in short projects about hygiene, self-care, and how taking care of their bodies supports learning and emotional well-being. We're even planning to create student-led posters and reminders for healthy routines to display around the school. This project has become more than just a hygiene station—it's turning into a meaningful way to teach respect, confidence, and responsibility.","fullyFundedDate":1761151673219,"projectUrl":"project/helping-hands-wellness-station/9810677/","projectTitle":"Helping Hands Wellness Station","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elizabeth Hittle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp307328_orig.jpg?crop=1096,1096,x1073,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758477727152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hittle"},{"teacherId":3023231,"projectId":9424097,"letterContent":"Because of you, my classroom is a place where every student has what they need to succeed. Your support helped us stock up on essentials like tissues, Jolly Ranchers, Smarties, and other supplies that keep our learning environment running smoothly all year long.\r\n\r\nSince our class often uses notebooks and lab materials, little messes are part of our daily routine. The new vacuum has been a game changer — it makes quick cleanups simple and stress-free. Whether it's spilled pencil shavings or a small accident, we can take care of it right away and get back to learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students can focus on what truly matters — learning, exploring, and growing — because their classroom is clean, comfortable, and cared for. I'm truly grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1753868918465,"projectUrl":"project/a-healthy-happy-start-to-the-year/9424097/","projectTitle":"A Healthy & Happy Start to the Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allison Clegg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3023231_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1481934548360","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/allison-clegg"},{"teacherId":3023231,"projectId":9438256,"letterContent":"\"Do you have any lotion?\"\r\n\"Do you have a Band-Aid?\"\r\n\"What about something for my breath?\"\r\nOr my personal favorite: \"Clegg, I have a spot! Help!\" — from a panicked eighth-grade boy with his first crush.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, I was able to say yes to each of these students and give them one less thing to worry about that day. The bottles of lotion, Band-Aids, toothbrushes, Tide sticks, and everything else have become an essential part of our classroom.\r\n\r\nMy students know I have what they need, and because of that, their panic and anxiety in those little everyday moments have lessened. The understanding and confidence that their basic needs are covered has grown — and that makes a huge difference in a middle school setting.\r\n\r\nYour continued belief and support allow my students to simply be students first. You help keep the ever-present middle school anxiety at bay.\r\n\r\nThank you for all that you do for my students and me. We have a safe, supportive learning space because of you!","fullyFundedDate":1752724293296,"projectUrl":"project/personal-care-items-in-middle-school/9438256/","projectTitle":"Personal Care Items in Middle School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allison Clegg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3023231_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1481934548360","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/allison-clegg"},{"teacherId":3023231,"projectId":9420018,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me purchase these new materials!\r\n\r\nThe puzzles have quickly become a favorite morning activity in our classroom. We use them once or twice a week, and the room always fills with smiles, teamwork, and friendly competition as one table races another to finish first.\r\n\r\nAfterward, we talk about the puzzles. My students who are further along in learning English use the images to explain science or math concepts, while those who are just beginning their English journey describe what they see. These conversations help build both confidence and language skills in a fun, low-pressure way.\r\n\r\nYour generosity not only helps my students learn—it helps them connect, make friends, and feel safe in our classroom. Thank you for believing in us. Your support helps make our classroom a place where every student can experience success.","fullyFundedDate":1752417050184,"projectUrl":"project/applied-educational-neurosciencein-the/9420018/","projectTitle":"Applied Educational Neuroscience in the Multilingual Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allison Clegg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3023231_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1481934548360","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/allison-clegg"},{"teacherId":9923427,"projectId":9466967,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom is fully stocked with the tools my students need to learn, write, and thrive. The new headphones, laptop chargers, and pencils have made an incredible difference in both the flow of our lessons and my students' confidence as learners.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, technology plays a major role in helping students explore history, conduct research, and build strong writing skills. Many of my multilingual learners use translation tools, speech-to-text, and read-aloud features to better understand complex readings and express their ideas in writing. Reliable laptop chargers mean they can stay engaged throughout the day without interruption, and the new headphones allow them to focus during independent or small-group work. This has been especially helpful during writing workshops and digital assignments—students can now listen to feedback, access supports, and work at their own pace without distractions.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was immediate when these supplies arrived. Students were thrilled to have brand-new materials that helped them work more comfortably and confidently. One student told me, \"Now I can finish my essay without worrying about my Chromebook dying!\" Another student who is learning English shared that using the headphones made it easier to understand historical videos and vocabulary practice activities. It's been amazing to watch their independence and pride grow.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students feel empowered, supported, and ready to learn. Your generosity has created a more inclusive classroom where every student—no matter their background or language—can participate fully and achieve success. Thank you for believing in them and for making such a meaningful difference in our learning community.","fullyFundedDate":1760025178684,"projectUrl":"project/charged-focused-and-ready-to-learn/9466967/","projectTitle":"Charged, Focused, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wallpe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9923427_orig.jpg?crop=2422,2422,x0,y177&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760700439535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9923427"},{"teacherId":8846395,"projectId":9259336,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom. Students were asked to provide their own composition notebooks for the 2025-2026 school year. I knew that this would be a hardship for some students and that if the community would fund this project, we could help every student start the year with success.\r\n\r\n I was so happy when you generously donated to this project right away. I left for the summer knowing that I would be able to help my students in the fall. I wasn't worried about checking stores to try to get journals myself. This allowed me to focus on planning lessons, completing professional development and organizing my classroom. It made a huge difference in my stress levels over the summer. \r\n\r\n On the student side, I told them on day one that if they couldn't get one for any reason, you had provided it for them. They had a color choice and could start organizing the journals with the rest of the class. This journal is where we organize MOST our classwork and labs for learning and studying. Knowing that you had supported them in this way was such a relief to the students who didn't have one that first day of school.\r\n I originally asked for erasable pens for students to use in the journals. They were not available when supplies were being shipped, so I asked for anxiety sensory stickers instead. I plan to stick these to my students' folders as I identify students who need this resource. Right now, I have only found a few students who need this, but for them it will make a HUGE difference. I plan to watch the kids all year and as I find students who this will help them, I will give it to them too!","fullyFundedDate":1746492801995,"projectUrl":"project/new-journal-supplies-for-a-new-year/9259336/","projectTitle":"New Journal Supplies for a New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mikels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8846395_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668807224036","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8846395"},{"teacherId":8846395,"projectId":9202669,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my students' learning! These supplies helped my students in the Spring of 2025 and there were supplies left over to use with the new students in the Fall of 2025. \r\n\r\n Having new colored pencils to add important color-coded details to their Interactive Notebook (Science Journals) motivated my students to keep putting forth their best effort at the end of the school year. Additionally, I had some left that I could let this year's students borrow on days when they forgot their own. This keeps them from having homework when they forget supplies. \r\n \r\n We had run out of glue and these supplies arrived just in time for them to be able to have more glue to attach their papers into the notebook. Students were very appreciative of your generous support. It saved them time. \r\n\r\n They were very excited about the pop it fidgets, and it helped many of my students stay motivated and sit still! I used some for prizes in the Spring of 2025, when students had finished work and had put extra effort in. I still have some to use as prizes this fall.\r\n\r\n The new binder clips and paper clips allowed me to organized common papers for students in the classroom. It also allowed me to help students organize their own papers. Since your generosity provided so many, I was able to let students keep these as needed. This taught them organizational strategies that they can apply in ALL their classes. There are still some left that the students this year can use too!\r\n\r\n The students were able to borrow a new sharpie when they needed to label a new folder or journal. Often at the end of the year I have some students who move into our district and need a labeled folder for science or students. I also had students who were with me all year and needed a new folder because it had been damaged. I had folders still from another project, but I desperately needed sharpies for them to be able to label these supplies. We also used them in a lab where we needed a sharpie to draw on cell diagrams. Thank you so much for funding this! It made a difference. Organized students are successful students.\r\n\r\n I was able to use the sticky notes when I worked 1 on 1 with students. I would mark specific pages for them to complete a task (examples: add color to the cell wall on p45, correct the Table of Contents and the page titles for p31, 54, and 70, etc..) I could not take pictures of the feedback I gave them in their journals because it had their names on it. I will show pictures with my example journal of how I did this process for the students in the Spring of 2025.\r\n\r\n I am currently still able to use these supplies with my new students; your generosity is still making a difference! Particularly for my students with learning needs. I have been able to call parents, let them know what their child needs to fix in the Science journal and mark it with a color-coded sticky note so they can find it easily that evening. I am using LOTS of them, and the kids are getting more done with less frustration! I know that I have plenty because of your generosity. I don't have to worry about saving them for the neediest students. I just use them for every student when I need them!","fullyFundedDate":1744032874441,"projectUrl":"project/staying-motivated-and-organized/9202669/","projectTitle":"Staying Motivated and Organized!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mikels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8846395_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668807224036","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8846395"},{"teacherId":307328,"projectId":9600706,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated. We thank you for supporting our classroom. \r\n\r\nThe items purchased help me provide fun ways to provide incentives for students when they meet their goals. When students meet their goals on Fridays, they get to spin the wheel or do a scratch off to see what incentive they earn for the week. It provides an extra boost of excitement. \r\n\r\nOnce again we truly appreciate your support and willingness to donate to our project.","fullyFundedDate":1756168897518,"projectUrl":"project/positive-behavior-rewards-and-incentives/9600706/","projectTitle":"Positive Behavior Rewards and Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elizabeth Hittle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp307328_orig.jpg?crop=1096,1096,x1073,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758477727152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hittle"},{"teacherId":307328,"projectId":9651145,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. We really appreciate you supporting our classroom. The materials purchased help us replenish needed materials within the classroom to further support student learning. \r\n\r\nThe laminator allowed us to preserve materials so we don't have to waste paper year after year. \r\n\r\nThe paper allows me to make copies to support learners that work better with paper and pencil then on a computer. \r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom! We truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1757556197896,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-basics/9651145/","projectTitle":"Classroom Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elizabeth Hittle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp307328_orig.jpg?crop=1096,1096,x1073,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758477727152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hittle"},{"teacherId":6179372,"projectId":9401570,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, we want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation to support our school's Calm Down Room. Your contribution helps create a safe and welcoming space where students can pause, regulate their emotions, and return to learning with a clearer mind.\r\n\r\nThis space is already making a positive difference by giving students the tools they need to manage stress, build coping strategies, and feel supported. Your kindness not only enhances our learning environment but also shows our students that they are valued and cared for.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and commitment to student well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1750935792147,"projectUrl":"project/peaceful-place-powerful-learning/9401570/","projectTitle":"Peaceful Place, Powerful Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6179372_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547171153882","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6179372"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_19517","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":999,"numTeachers":71,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":22,"percentWhite":38,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":29,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":61.4,"schoolId":19517,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Tecumseh Junior High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Tecumseh Junior High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/indiana/lafayette-school-corporation/lafayette-tecumseh-junior-high-school/19517"}