{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Midway Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4558331,"projectId":9733549,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for investing in our classroom through this project! The materials you provided have already made a meaningful difference in how we learn each day. The digital outlet timers have helped us create a more structured and efficient classroom environment. We use them to manage lighting and special project displays, which helps our day run smoothly and keeps transitions consistent. The updated LED bulbs have brightened our classroom space, creating a warm, welcoming environment where students feel comfortable and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe printable label paper and waterproof vinyl sticker paper have been especially exciting for my students. When they first saw that we could design and print our own stickers and labels, they were thrilled! We recently used the sticker paper to create personalized book bin labels and math toolkits. Students were so proud to see their own names and designs printed professionally—it gave them ownership over their learning materials. We are also beginning a writing project where students will design informational stickers connected to our science unit, combining creativity with literacy skills.\r\n\r\nNext, we plan to use the printable materials to support a classroom economy system and student-led projects. Students will create labels, organize materials, and even design small reward stickers tied to positive behavior and academic goals. These resources allow us to integrate technology, creativity, and responsibility into our daily routines. Because of your generosity, our classroom is more organized, engaging, and student-centered. Thank you for helping set us up for a successful year!","fullyFundedDate":1758636738882,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-our-year/9733549/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Our Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jorgensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4558331_orig.png?crop=484,484,x0,y16&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681156188492","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gocougs"},{"teacherId":4558331,"projectId":9474828,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, every student in our classroom now has access to their own set of headphones, and it has truly transformed our learning environment. In first grade, we use technology daily for reading and math programs that adapt to each child's level. With individual headphones, students can fully engage in lessons without distractions, clearly hear directions, and work at their own pace. This has been especially impactful during our i-Ready reading and math time, where students receive personalized instruction tailored to their needs. Your support has helped create a focused, equitable learning space where every child can access digital learning tools successfully.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is the independence these headphones provide. They love being able to log in, put on their headphones, and dive right into their learning. It makes them feel responsible and grown-up! The classroom is noticeably calmer and more productive during technology time because students can concentrate without background noise interrupting their thinking.\r\n\r\nI have also seen particular growth from students who are easily distracted or sensitive to sound. Having their own headphones has helped them block out distractions and stay engaged for longer periods of time. Students who previously struggled to complete online lessons are now finishing tasks with confidence. Your kindness has directly supported their academic growth and self-confidence, and we are so grateful. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping our students thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1757519475982,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-all/9474828/","projectTitle":"Headphones for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jorgensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4558331_orig.png?crop=484,484,x0,y16&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681156188492","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gocougs"},{"teacherId":10220494,"projectId":9763610,"letterContent":"My students are very busy learning to read, write, and play notes. They are developing a deeper understanding of note duration and the relationship between note values and beat. \r\n\r\nFirst I introduced the notes to my students, then we used the block with the notes written on them to create rhythm patterns in 3 or 4 beat patterns. Next, my students practiced writing their patterns on the writing tablets. And finally they used boomwackers to play their patterns matching the color of their block to the boom whacker.\r\n\r\nMy students have done an outstanding job and now when I give them various rhythm patterns they are able to read and understand them.","fullyFundedDate":1760693653202,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-in-elementary-music/9763610/","projectTitle":"Hands on Learning in Elementary Music!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pederson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10220494"},{"teacherId":6204526,"projectId":9772660,"letterContent":"I wish I had taken a selfie of my face on January 1, 2026 when I read the email that one of my projects was fully funded. It was the PERFECT beginning to a brand new year. \r\n\r\nYour generous contribution of leveled reading cards and leveled books made my class cheer when I opened the box because a lot of the kids who struggle with reading will now be able to read \"real\" books instead of books designed for much younger students. \r\n\r\nYou have given my lowest achieving students the gift of dignity so that their small group reading groups look like big kids in a reading group instead of big kids reading books designed for Kindergarten kids. \r\n\r\n\r\n This gift to our class will give kids the confidence to strengthen their reading skills and bring them closer to grade level. Your gift to these amazing kids will impact them for the rest of their lives because we all know that students who read, almost always achieve.","fullyFundedDate":1767191604158,"projectUrl":"project/leveled-readers-for-every-reading-level/9772660/","projectTitle":"Leveled Readers for Every Reading Level","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6204526_orig.jpg?crop=1684,1684,x109,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1580360495975","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6204526"},{"teacherId":4558331,"projectId":8967615,"letterContent":"First of all, thank you! WOW! I cannot thank all of you enough for your generous donations to my classroom project of a class set of headphones.\r\n\r\nWhile our classroom already has headphones for student use, it is so nice to have extra headphones when sets malfunction. With their headphones, students are able to utilize them multiple times throughout the school week. They have been working on different computer programs - Lexia and iReady - to strengthen and achieve better, faster math and reading abilities. It is so fun to watch them work so intently on their Chromebooks.\r\n\r\nThe use of headphones in the classroom has also taught them how to be responsible by making sure their headphones are carefully unplugged from their Chromebook and put away nicely in their respective bags.\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for supporting my classroom and students. We very much appreciate!","fullyFundedDate":1733253669357,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-all/8967615/","projectTitle":"Headphones for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jorgensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4558331_orig.png?crop=484,484,x0,y16&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681156188492","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gocougs"},{"teacherId":4558331,"projectId":7777461,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our new table and stools have completely transformed our classroom environment! From the moment my students walked in and saw their new space, their faces lit up with excitement. One student exclaimed, \"It feels like a real learning café in here!\"—and that's exactly the vibe we were going for: a welcoming, engaging, and professional space that encourages focus, collaboration, and a love of learning.\r\n\r\nWe've already started using the new seating for group conversation activities, reading circles, and writing workshops. It's been incredible to see how simply changing the setup has boosted participation and helped students feel more confident sharing their ideas. One of our recent projects involved practicing dialogue writing, and the table created the perfect setting for peer-to-peer collaboration and performance. Students naturally leaned in, shared ideas, and encouraged each other—it was truly inspiring to watch.\r\n\r\nThese resources have not only enhanced our academic activities but have also made students feel seen and valued. They know this classroom is a place meant for them, where excellence is expected and supported by the environment around them.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be diving into a unit on persuasive writing, and I can't wait to see how the flexible seating continues to empower my students to brainstorm, plan, and share ideas in creative and meaningful ways. With this new setup, learning isn't just something that happens—it's something they look forward to.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in us and for investing in our future. 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