{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Milton L Olive Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":54.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2116080,"projectId":10241985,"letterContent":"I just wanted to send a quick note to say a massive thank you for the classroom supplies!\r\n\r\nBeing a Title 1 school, we often have to get pretty creative with stretching our resources. Your donation takes a huge weight off our shoulders. It means every single kid in our room gets the tools they need to learn, without their families having to worry about the cost.\r\n\r\nSince so many of my students are learning English as a second language and students with disabilities, having hands-on supplies and plenty of art materials is a total game-changer. \r\n\r\nYour kindness makes our room a happier, more welcoming place. We appreciate you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1778222427067,"projectUrl":"project/equipped-to-excel-tools-for-teenaged-ti/10241985/","projectTitle":"Equipped to Excel: Tools for Teenaged Titans","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Donovan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2116080_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709333206881","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimmydonovan"},{"teacherId":4278189,"projectId":10064204,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for choosing to help fund this project for crochet supplies! My students have had so much fun using these supplies to create blankets of different styles and colors! Students learned how to make granny squares and whip stitch them together to make blankets and experimented with different patterns and color schemes. The blankets were created with the goal of donating them and my students in the Crochet Club have worked hard to create a pile of blankets to achieve their goal! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1770131804047,"projectUrl":"project/crocheting-kindness/10064204/","projectTitle":"Crocheting Kindness!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stewart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4278189_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523719379095","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michelle-stewart44"},{"teacherId":2116080,"projectId":10261280,"letterContent":"Teaching in a high-need community comes with its challenges, but seeing the look of awe on my students' faces when our speaker arrived was awesome! They know they now they will be able to hear the \"big sound\" for all our lessons. You didn't just give us a piece of technology; you gave my students the message that their education is worth investing in.\r\n\r\nThank you for choosing our classroom and for believing in the potential of these amazing children. Your generosity will help students for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1778222430280,"projectUrl":"project/loud-and-clear-giving-every-child-a-fro/10261280/","projectTitle":"Loud and Clear: Giving Every Child a Front-Row Seat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Donovan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2116080_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709333206881","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimmydonovan"},{"teacherId":9345595,"projectId":10073290,"letterContent":"The speaker has had an immediate and meaningful impact on student learning in my classroom. Many of my students learn best through listening, discussion, and multimedia experiences, and the speaker has allowed every student in the room to clearly hear videos, presentations, read-alouds, podcasts, and student projects without struggling to focus. Before receiving this resource, students sitting farther away often had difficulty hearing important details during lessons. Now, every student can fully participate and stay connected to instruction, which has greatly improved engagement and comprehension.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is how the speaker makes lessons feel more interactive, immersive, and real-world. Whether we are listening to speeches, analyzing music and tone in poetry, watching educational clips, participating in virtual field trips, or hearing guest speakers discuss college and career opportunities, students are much more attentive and enthusiastic. The improved sound quality has transformed simple classroom activities into engaging learning experiences that capture students' attention and encourage deeper discussion.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially benefited from this resource, particularly English Language Learners, struggling readers, and students who have difficulty focusing during instruction. Being able to hear lessons clearly has improved their confidence and participation in class discussions. Some students who were previously hesitant to engage are now more willing to answer questions, contribute ideas, and remain focused during instruction because they no longer miss important information. This speaker has helped create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student has equal access to instruction. Your generosity has helped bring learning to life for my students and strengthened their readiness for both college and future careers.","fullyFundedDate":1778011127524,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-hear-their-next-step-to/10073290/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Hear Their Next Step Toward College & Careers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reiher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msreiher"},{"teacherId":9554395,"projectId":10091902,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity. In a school where resources can be thin, this iPad is a total game-changer. It's been amazing to see my students huddle around it, collaborating on projects and exploring subjects in 3D that we used to only see in tattered textbooks. They aren't just 'using an iPad'—they are becoming digital citizens, researchers, and creators. You've given them a tool that makes them feel like the world is at their fingertips, and their confidence is growing every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1771620489920,"projectUrl":"project/service-in-the-palm-of-your-hand/10091902/","projectTitle":"Service in the Palm of Your Hand","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bruce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554395"},{"teacherId":10057672,"projectId":10043926,"letterContent":"The student sat quietly, eyes down, barely speaking. Just days before, they had been removed from their home after a traumatic incident involving a caregiver. Everything around them had changed, their home, their routine, their sense of safety.\r\n\r\nIn the past, moments like this would have led to complete shutdown or emotional outbursts. This time, the student reached for a fidget, held it tightly, and focused on the movement in their hands. Slowly, their breathing steadied. After some time, they were able to engage, speak a few words, and begin to process what they were feeling.\r\n\r\nMoments like this are becoming more possible.\r\n\r\nWith the support of generous donors, students now have access to tools that help them manage emotions that often feel overwhelming. The sensory tools and fidgets have become a vital part of this support. In fact, they are almost completely used up because students rely on them daily to cope with challenges such as family instability, changes in home environments, peer difficulties, overwhelming stress, and even thoughts of self-harm. These tools provide immediate, tangible support during some of the most difficult moments in a student's day.\r\n\r\nJournals have also created a safe and private space for students to process complex emotions. For some students, especially those navigating difficult family situations, writing allows them to express thoughts and feelings they are not yet ready to share out loud. This has supported deeper reflection and meaningful progress in counseling.\r\n\r\nIn group sessions, art supplies have been used to help students explore their identities, emotions, and goals for the future. Through creative expression, students are beginning to build confidence, develop hope, and see possibilities beyond their current circumstances.\r\n\r\nWhat is most powerful is the shift in how students are responding. They are beginning to pause instead of react, to use tools instead of shutting down, and to express themselves in healthier ways. They are learning that even in the midst of difficult experiences, they have support and strategies to help them cope.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, the goal is to continue expanding these supports through structured social-emotional learning activities, small group interventions, and teaching students how to independently use coping strategies. Replenishing these resources is also a critical next step, as their consistent use highlights just how essential they have become in supporting students' emotional well-being.\r\n\r\nThese tools are more than supports, they are stabilizing forces during times of crisis. With continued support, we can help students move from moments of distress toward regulation, resilience, and healing.","fullyFundedDate":1769191966044,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-emotional-wellness-for-studen/10043926/","projectTitle":"Supporting Emotional Wellness for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Henry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10057672"},{"teacherId":9246706,"projectId":10043867,"letterContent":"My students love the table and wobble stools. This addition to our classroom has allowed us to sit together and learn while also providing the students flexible seating. My students who need to move or fidget have been more focused with wobble stools.\r\nI wish I had more tables and stools to offer them!\r\nYour donation has allowed me to give my students a more welcoming and equitable classroom. This is helping us build an even stronger classroom community.\r\nMy students and I are so grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1769173150729,"projectUrl":"project/focus-through-flexible-seating-options/10043867/","projectTitle":"Focus Through Flexible Seating Options","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gaghan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9246706_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701309016773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9246706"},{"teacherId":10384077,"projectId":10043983,"letterContent":"Here's a more straightforward version:\r\n\r\nAs a school social worker serving over 550 Title I students, I am so grateful for your generous donations. My office is a place where students can stop by whenever they need a snack, hygiene supplies, or a fidget tool to help them calm down and refocus. These are things many of my students simply don't have access to at home, and knowing they have a reliable place to come when they need support makes a real difference in their day.\r\n\r\nYour donations have also allowed me to do more throughout the school building. I've used contributions to create bulletin boards that add color and enrichment to our hallways, and I've built up a collection of art supplies for students who love to create but don't have materials at home. These small things add up — a student who feels calm, fed, and supported is a student who is ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I'm able to keep my office stocked and continue being a resource for kids who need it most. Every donation goes directly to students, and the impact is something I see every single day. Thank you for investing in these children — it truly means a lot.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​","fullyFundedDate":1769354799282,"projectUrl":"project/it-takes-a-village-help-me-support-my-s/10043983/","projectTitle":"It Takes a Village; Help Me Support My Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rojas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10384077"},{"teacherId":2116080,"projectId":10069865,"letterContent":"I just wanted to thank you so much for them generous donation! Because of you, we officially have a hot dog machine and all the popcorn kernels we need for our upcoming school events, to use with a recently donated popcorn machine!\r\n\r\nAt Milton L. Olive Middle School, a Title 1 school, these kinds of things are a huge deal. It's going to be so great to see the kids' faces when they get a hot snack and some fresh popcorn at our next family night and our community service events. You're helping us make school a lot more fun for these kids and teaching them about giving back to their community!","fullyFundedDate":1770391883637,"projectUrl":"project/serving-kindness-one-hot-dog-at-a-time/10069865/","projectTitle":"Serving Kindness, One Hot Dog at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Donovan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2116080_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709333206881","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimmydonovan"},{"teacherId":9554395,"projectId":10052779,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and staff at MLO, I want to say a massive thank you for your incredibly generous donation.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our future events and caring room will be a total success. The hot dog machine and games won't just provide food and ways for upset students to calm down—they will help provided a space for our kids to just be kids, feel celebrated, and build community.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, your contributions toward warmth and care items ensure that our students' basic needs are met so they can focus on what matters most: learning. We are so grateful to have a partner like you in our mission to support these amazing children.","fullyFundedDate":1769355135106,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-the-turnaround/10052779/","projectTitle":"Tools for the Turnaround","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bruce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554395"},{"teacherId":1909355,"projectId":10046495,"letterContent":"Thank you for all of the donations i've received. Having all of these supplies to give out to students who may not have gloves or hats have warmed their hearts. Chapstick, and lotion for their sore lips and dry hands has been a lifesaver. All students received socks that they immediately took and put on.\r\nThe students were super excited that someone went out of their way and purchased all of these items that they can have take home and not have a worry about it. The snacks that we have in case someone has not had something to eat is great to have on hand in those emergency situations.","fullyFundedDate":1769129804100,"projectUrl":"project/cold-weather-comfort/10046495/","projectTitle":"Cold Weather Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McNeill-Peck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1909355"},{"teacherId":1909355,"projectId":9591089,"letterContent":"A big thank you to all the donors that supported my classroom. It was a great feeling for the students and I to start the school year with all the necessary items to have a clean classroom. Studen.\\nTs take pride in having a clean classroom.And knowing that every day they come in , they can start fresh.\r\nStudents were also excited to have pens and pencils. They didn't have to worry when they did not have a pen or a pencil for the school day. 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