{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Midway Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4756310,"projectId":9924844,"letterContent":"Our class just completed Paper Wishes.! Emotionally, the students have travelled from Bainbridge Island to Camp Manzanar. The students have developed a deeper understanding of this moment in history. Through this text, the students have done a deep character analysis. We have had class discussions regarding resilience and forms of resistance. \r\n\r\n It has been a joy to read this with my fourth grade. The students learned approximately 60 new words. They have answered textual evidence questions, and begun to draw inferences. We are going to culminate this unit in a field trip to Japan Town in Seattle. I deeply appreciate your assistance in bringing this opportunity for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1766535651772,"projectUrl":"project/japanese-internment-a-4th-grade-history/9924844/","projectTitle":"Japanese Internment: a 4th Grade History Investigation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4756310_orig.jpg?crop=108,108,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756592563086","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4756310"},{"teacherId":7928363,"projectId":9885750,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, our students have been able to dive deeply into our Tribes of North America unit in a way that is engaging, meaningful, and lasting.\r\n\r\nThese new books have helped us introduce and strengthen important reading skills such as identifying main ideas, comparing and contrasting different tribes, and understanding how geography, culture, and traditions shape communities. Students are also learning how to ask thoughtful questions, analyze informational texts, and support their thinking with evidence—skills that go far beyond this unit and will support them across all subjects.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an active and collaborative experience. You would see students working in small groups, discussing what they've learned, and making connections between different tribes and their own lives. They use graphic organizers, participate in partner discussions, and share their thinking through writing and presentations. The materials you provided have made it possible for students to engage more independently and confidently with the content.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant readers have shown incredible growth and excitement. One student, in particular, has become especially interested in learning about how tribes adapted to their environments and now eagerly shares facts with the class. Others are enjoying comparing lifestyles and storytelling practices across tribes, which has sparked meaningful conversations about respect, diversity, and history.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly brought this unit to life. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where curiosity, understanding, and a love of reading continue to grow every day.","fullyFundedDate":1766535651797,"projectUrl":"project/creating-materials/9885750/","projectTitle":"Creating Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cruz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7928363_orig.jpg?crop=1000,1000,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627483846287","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7928363"},{"teacherId":4907318,"projectId":9108992,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom now has an overhead camera that is transforming the way we learn together. This tool allows me to project books, student work, and hands-on demonstrations in real time so every child can see clearly and stay engaged. It's making lessons more interactive, helping visual learners thrive, and creating opportunities for collaboration that weren't possible before.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, students can follow along step-by-step during math problems, writing lessons, and science experiments without missing a detail. Your gift has made teaching more dynamic and learning more accessible for every student. Thank you for helping us bring ideas to life in a way that truly connects with kids!","fullyFundedDate":1747792481211,"projectUrl":"project/students-sharing-and-teacher-modeling-do/9108992/","projectTitle":"Students Sharing and Teacher Modeling Document Camera","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Carlisle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4907318_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508430078791","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4907318"},{"teacherId":4907318,"projectId":9020292,"letterContent":"Your impact has been exceptional. Because of your generosity, my classroom has transformed into a calm, inviting space where students feel comfortable and supported. The flexible seating options you helped fund give every child the ability to choose what works best for them, fostering independence and focus. You've made a real difference in their daily learning experience—thank you for believing in our students and helping create an environment where they can thrive.\r\n\r\nP.S. Every day, I see students excited to choose their spot and settle in for learning—it's a small thing that makes a big difference. Thank you for making that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1738936592174,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-and-workspaces-for-equi/9020292/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating and Workspaces for equity.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Carlisle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4907318_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508430078791","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4907318"},{"teacherId":4756310,"projectId":9666496,"letterContent":"What an exciting beginning to the new year. Thank you for making our classroom a warm and welcoming place! The students are getting ready for the adventure of learning. \r\nThe first thing to go up was the howling wolf door stickers. The students became proud to be lobos. \r\n\r\nNext we switched the mood of the classroom by adding LED lights around the room. LED Candles make circle feel like sitting around a campfire and created a cozy atmosphere for student-led conferences. We sometimes change the color around the whiteboards to reflect a holiday or mood. \r\n\r\nThe day to day use of bright markers has really added pop to our anchor charts. Signing your name on a class charter with a metallic pen is a great way to start off the year. The amazing dice array has added more fun to our math practice. Last but not least, the calendar and daily schedule keep me on task. Thank you so much donors for making our classroom better.","fullyFundedDate":1757718672926,"projectUrl":"project/make-4th-grade-a-howling-good-time/9666496/","projectTitle":"Make 4th Grade a Howling Good Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4756310_orig.jpg?crop=108,108,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756592563086","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4756310"},{"teacherId":7469157,"projectId":9537863,"letterContent":"First and foremost, thank you from the bottom of my heart and the students that are benefiting from your generous donations. \r\nHaving these materials arranged in these bins has made routines much easier and transitions a lot smoother. The students are so excited and enjoy being the ones in charge of making sure the bins make it to their tablemates. \r\nIt's so great to see that the skills of organization that has come with making sure their bins look clean and organized has transferred to other aspects of class. This means that the other bins or materials in class are also arranged and organized. \r\nThe impact of this project in my classroom will be one that I will never forget and i know my students won't forget either.","fullyFundedDate":1757528810306,"projectUrl":"project/science-geniuses/9537863/","projectTitle":"Science Geniuses","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cabral","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7469157"},{"teacherId":8474327,"projectId":9081528,"letterContent":"As we enter our second year with the our custom Air Cannon. I want to thank you again for helping me build it. The impact of the scarf cannon has gone far beyond our special education classroom—it's become a highlight of our students' day and a powerful tool for learning through play. My Neurospicy crew has used it to build motor skills, practice communication, and experience the joy of collaboration in ways that feel natural, exciting, and accessible\r\n\r\nWhat surprised us most was how quickly the whole school adopted the cannon as their own. During PE, students from every grade have been lining up for turns, cheering each other on, and turning scarf launches into friendly competitions and cooperative games. The energy it creates is contagious—students are not just moving their bodies but also building community, teamwork, and school spirit. The cannon has transformed from a classroom tool into a shared experience that unites students across abilities, showing everyone that learning can be active, joyful, and unforgettable.\r\nYou rock! Thank you for making this happen at my school!","fullyFundedDate":1739964197484,"projectUrl":"project/the-thing-flinger-a-neurospicy-scarf-ca/9081528/","projectTitle":"The Thing Flinger: A Neurospicy Scarf Cannon Extravaganza!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8474327_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y383&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725116533668","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8474327"},{"teacherId":557779,"projectId":9287956,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project. Each student made a unique poster. They had the opportunity to pick their colored paper and use the acrylic paint pens to make it unique. They loved being creative and loved seeing their poster displayed in our classroom. Each student was able to take it home at the end of the day. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your support in making this project a reality for my students. The teachers pay teachers gift card allowed me to get resources to focus on social emotional skills for my students. Some of the activities were digital and other activities were paper and pencil. Thank you for making the end of the school year a better one for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1746473301417,"projectUrl":"project/collaboration-and-encouragement/9287956/","projectTitle":"Collaboration and Encouragement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sra. Gil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp557779_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1518305040062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sra-gil"},{"teacherId":557779,"projectId":9402832,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project. Each book was unique in a different way. We did read alouds at the end of the day and students learned the importance of social justice through these books. Libroburro, a true story was a highlight for some students. Some ended up doing their own mini research because they wanted to know more about this library on foot. Kids learned so much about each book and I hope your donation was an inspiration for the future. Thank you so much for your generosity. \r\n\r\nMay you continue to inspire other teachers and students with your generosity,","fullyFundedDate":1749476267380,"projectUrl":"project/kids-books-about-social-justice/9402832/","projectTitle":"Kids' Books About Social Justice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sra. Gil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp557779_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1518305040062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sra-gil"},{"teacherId":557779,"projectId":9262362,"letterContent":"Hello, my students finished the school year strong and showing how much they learned in fourth grade. They enjoyed reviewing some of the math and reading comprehension skills they learned earlier in the year. It was exciting and rewarding to see them doing some of the pages together in the classroom. They were helping each other and very supporting. Thank you again for your support and for making the end fourth grade a better one. Your donation made a difference to each of my scholar. Thank you again for making this project a reality.","fullyFundedDate":1746473429647,"projectUrl":"project/4th-grade-workbooks/9262362/","projectTitle":"4th Grade Workbooks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sra. Gil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp557779_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1518305040062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sra-gil"},{"teacherId":557779,"projectId":9205441,"letterContent":"Thank yo so much for your generosity to this project. My students enjoyed having fun games to do during inside recess. The games were used at the end of the school year as part of our math centers activities. Some students did not know how to play the games, but they were took the opportunity to teach each other. By the end of the school year, everyone learned how to play the games and they were having so much fun. Your donation made a difference during inside recess and during math activities centers time. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1742917419673,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-and-inside-recess-games/9205441/","projectTitle":"Rewards and Inside Recess Games","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sra. Gil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp557779_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1518305040062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sra-gil"},{"teacherId":557779,"projectId":9262135,"letterContent":"This project was an exciting project for everyone in my classroom. Students could not believed that got new calculators to keep and practice their math skills. The snacks provided extra energy at the end of the day and the flexible sticks were a new way for students to be creative. \r\nThis projects was so engaging for my students that I am already planning another just like this one for next school year. Students were able to keep their own calculators and they have been using them during math time and they know that will be also able to take them home at the end of the school year to continue learning during the summer months. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity to this project.","fullyFundedDate":1746473090734,"projectUrl":"project/calculators-stem-activities-snacks/9262135/","projectTitle":"Calculators, Stem Activities & Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sra. 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