{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"McKee Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":68.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8271832,"projectId":9935846,"letterContent":"Thank you for allowing my students to have material printed so they can understand the information in a different form. Printed materials are essential in science education to boost comprehension, enhance memory retention, and facilitate active learning through annotation. They allow for better engagement with complex diagrams and data, reduce digital distractions, and support deeper, analytical reading compared to screen-based skimming.\r\nThank you so much for helping my students become less distracted and focus better.","fullyFundedDate":1766244763390,"projectUrl":"project/a-need-for-ink/9935846/","projectTitle":"A Need for Ink","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8271832_orig.png?crop=719,719,x0,y74&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685116476466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kddavis"},{"teacherId":8231982,"projectId":9761423,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your incredibly generous donation to our classroom! Your support truly means the world to us and will have a lasting impact on our eighth-grade students. The supply of high-quality copy paper and ink will allow us to design vibrant and eye-catching flyers for our upcoming robotics competition and the honor roll program. These materials will play a crucial role in showcasing our students' hard work and achievements, inspiring pride and excitement within our school community. Thank you once again for your kindness—it truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1767058988819,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-for-the-math-classroo/9761423/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies for the Math Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Julius","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8231982_orig.jpg?crop=670,670,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765396600846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8231982"},{"teacherId":8231982,"projectId":9689325,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous purchase of supplies for my students. The excitement in the classroom was palpable as they unwrapped the new essential items that will greatly enhance their learning experience. Your kindness in providing these resources truly means a lot to us. \r\n\r\nThe organization tools you supplied will enable the students to efficiently arrange their circuit components, making their engineering projects much more manageable. Additionally, the materials for shirt-making will streamline the process, allowing them to focus on their creativity without the frustration of disorganization.\r\n\r\nMoreover, the sublimation paper has opened up new opportunities for our team. It will allow us to craft beautiful earrings for our upcoming competitions, giving the students a chance to showcase their hard work and creativity. We are incredibly grateful for your support in making these projects possible!","fullyFundedDate":1767186775590,"projectUrl":"project/organizing-is-the-key/9689325/","projectTitle":"Organizing is the Key","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Julius","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8231982_orig.jpg?crop=670,670,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765396600846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8231982"},{"teacherId":8231982,"projectId":9790094,"letterContent":"I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your incredibly generous donation to our classroom! Your support is invaluable and will profoundly impact our eighth graders as they explore new learning opportunities. The drones you provided have become an exciting addition to our lessons. This week, we've started flying them in the hallway, and the joy and enthusiasm on my students' faces have been nothing short of exhilarating. Watching them navigate the drones, discussing their flight patterns, and cheering each other on has brought a new level of energy and engagement to our class. Your contribution is truly making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1767022052560,"projectUrl":"project/flying-high-in-robotics-club/9790094/","projectTitle":"Flying High in Robotics Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Julius","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8231982_orig.jpg?crop=670,670,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765396600846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8231982"},{"teacherId":8231982,"projectId":9469911,"letterContent":"I am truly grateful for the wonderfully thoughtful gift of the pencil dispenser, which not only keeps my writing tools organized but also brings a splash of color to my desk. The vibrant dots scattered across my workspace inject energy and creativity into my environment, making every glance uplifting. Moreover, the adorable cactus stick name cards add a fun and whimsical touch, transforming my desk into a charming and personalized haven. Your generosity and kindness mean a great deal to me and my students.","fullyFundedDate":1755731302475,"projectUrl":"project/gearing-up-for-a-great-school-year/9469911/","projectTitle":"Gearing Up for a Great School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Julius","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8231982_orig.jpg?crop=670,670,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765396600846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8231982"},{"teacherId":8271832,"projectId":9717079,"letterContent":"Thank you for our heat press. Now students can learn about the different methods of heat transfer which are conduction, convection and radiation. Experimenting with the heat press's adjustable temperature will help students learn important foundational scientific concepts. Projects using a heat press can also incorporate lessons on recycling, material re-use, and sustainability.\r\nThe creative use of this heat press will help develop valuable skills that will prepare students for possible careers.","fullyFundedDate":1758202892660,"projectUrl":"project/heat-in-the-science-class/9717079/","projectTitle":"Heat in the Science Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8271832_orig.png?crop=719,719,x0,y74&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685116476466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kddavis"},{"teacherId":8271832,"projectId":9716376,"letterContent":"Thank you for allowing my students to experience tools that may help them decide on their career path. This t shirt press machine provides learning opportunities that reinforce scientific principles in creative and engaging ways. The heat press is going to be great for experimenting with foundational scientific concepts such as thermal energy, material science, states of matter, and pressure and adhesion. \r\nThe creative use of a heat press can help develop valuable skills that prepare students for future careers.","fullyFundedDate":1758202892197,"projectUrl":"project/heat-in-the-science-class/9716376/","projectTitle":"Heat in the Science Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8271832_orig.png?crop=719,719,x0,y74&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685116476466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kddavis"},{"teacherId":8271832,"projectId":9624988,"letterContent":"Thank you for our tools for success. Your contribution has provided our eighth graders with the support they need to prepare for high school and beyond.\r\nThe impact is already being felt because students have the resources to bring their creative visions to life in class. These tools were not just supplies but a source of motivation, showing them that others believe in their potential.\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your commitment to our students' success. Your generosity has made a tangible difference and is a wonderful investment in the future of these young scholars.","fullyFundedDate":1758202826123,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-success/9624988/","projectTitle":"Tools for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8271832_orig.png?crop=719,719,x0,y74&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685116476466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kddavis"},{"teacherId":8271832,"projectId":9717104,"letterContent":"Using a t-shirt press in our science classroom offers numerous benefits. It provides project-based learning opportunities that reinforce scientific principles in engaging ways. Students were extremely curious when they realized their task at hand.\r\nStudents will be learning about the different methods of heat transfer-conduction, convection, and radiation - by experimenting with the heat press's adjustable temperature and observing how heat transfers from the platen to the transfer paper and then to the fabric.\r\nStudents will also test different fabrics (polyester, cotton, nylon) to understand their different properties, such as which materials sublimate best or which will require different temperature and pressure settings.","fullyFundedDate":1758202892418,"projectUrl":"project/bring-the-heat/9717104/","projectTitle":"Bring the Heat!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8271832_orig.png?crop=719,719,x0,y74&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685116476466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kddavis"},{"teacherId":4644328,"projectId":8647881,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of essential classroom supplies, including cardstock, glue sticks, colored pencils, and sharpened pencils. Your support has made a tremendous difference in our learning environment, allowing students to engage more fully in meaningful, hands-on activities that bring English Language Arts to life.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, my students have created flip books, vocabulary booklets, figurative language mini-books, and autobiography posters—all while developing important academic and creative skills. These supplies have enabled every student to participate in interactive projects that reinforce learning in fun and memorable ways. Your donation ensured that no student was left out due to a lack of materials.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is not just a place of learning—it's a space of creativity, exploration, and excitement. The pride my students feel when they complete their projects is priceless. Thank you for making that possible and for investing in their education in such a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1728448296517,"projectUrl":"project/this-is-how-we-do-it/8647881/","projectTitle":"This Is How We Do It!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Stovall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4644328"},{"teacherId":4644328,"projectId":7697015,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing online learning programs for our classroom. These programs have made a remarkable difference in how I teach and how my students learn. They've allowed me to tailor instruction to meet individual needs, whether in whole-group, small-group, or one-on-one settings. With these tools, I can target specific skills and provide the right level of support for each student, making my teaching more effective and engaging.\r\n\r\nThe most considerable success has been watching even the most reluctant learners thrive. Because the programs allow students to work at their own pace, there's no pressure to keep up with others—just the freedom to grow. Students are more confident, more focused, and more willing to try. The lessons, practice activities, and built-in videos help reinforce key concepts, and students are using them both in class and at home as valuable study aids.\r\n\r\nFrom essay writing to grammar practice, from vocabulary to comprehension, the impact has been powerful. Thank you for investing in tools that meet students where they are and help them move forward, one step at a time. Your generosity has opened doors to deeper learning and greater confidence—and for that, we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1702427845321,"projectUrl":"project/love-learning-online-is-very-exhilarati/7697015/","projectTitle":"LOVE (Learning Online is Very Exhilarating)","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Stovall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4644328"},{"teacherId":4644328,"projectId":7402865,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous gift of headphones. What might seem like a simple tool has become a powerful resource for learning. I have already seen students show greater independence, improved focus, and a stronger sense of ownership in their education. One student shared that using the headphones made it easier to \"hear and understand\" the lesson without feeling distracted by others. \r\n\r\nYour support has met a need and is an investment in our students' future. 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