{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Milton L Olive Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":54.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9253163,"projectId":10720413,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions and for helping create a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for my students. Your kindness makes a meaningful difference in our classroom by ensuring students feel valued, cared for, and comfortable. Having a space where students can feel safe and supported allows them to focus on learning, build positive relationships, and grow both academically and emotionally.\r\n\r\nThe healthy snacks and bottled water are especially appreciated because they provide an important resource for students who may not always have access to regular meals at home. Your generosity helps meet these basic needs and reminds our students that their well-being matters. 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Watching their confidence grow when they are able to make contact with the ball and participate with their classmates has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nBecause we are a Title I school with limited resources, receiving new equipment is very special to us. These volleyballs have helped make our PE program more accessible and inclusive, giving my students equipment that meets their needs and allows them to enjoy physical activity while building important skills and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1790951036322,"projectUrl":"project/big-balls-big-confidence-every-student/10531578/","projectTitle":"Big Balls, Big Confidence: Every Student Engaged","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kornahrens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3164738_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582816232655","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3164738"},{"teacherId":2116080,"projectId":10714459,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations through Donors Choose, including the warm items and hunger relief items! Your kindness and generosity help ensure our students feel warm, cared for, and supported. These donations make a meaningful difference by helping meet students' basic needs so they can focus on learning, growing, and succeeding. We are truly grateful for your compassion and for making a positive impact on our students and their families! I wish you could have seen the looks o my students faces s we opened all the boxes. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1791073449048,"projectUrl":"project/clean-sniffles-smooth-lips-cold-drips/10714459/","projectTitle":"Clean Sniffles, Smooth Lips, Cold Drips","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":9253163,"projectId":10645445,"letterContent":"A heartfelt thank you to our generous donors for helping us create a welcoming, safe, and comfortable environment for our students as we began the new school year!\r\n\r\nYour thoughtful donations of essential classroom and school supplies. These supplies include paper towels, a first aid kit, a vacuum, and other necessities. They have made a meaningful difference in our classroom. These may seem like simple items, but they help us maintain a clean, organized, and caring space where our students can feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students are starting the school year knowing that their learning environment matters and that there are people in our community who believe in them.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us make our classroom feel like a welcoming place to learn, grow, and thrive. We truly appreciate your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1789574478369,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-basics/10645445/","projectTitle":"Back to School Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weathers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9253163_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716344505575","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/aweathers"},{"teacherId":6903176,"projectId":10177912,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students and helping make our science classroom a more comfortable place to learn! Having an air conditioner has helped create an environment where students can focus more on learning instead of being distracted by the extreme heat.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited when they first saw the new air conditioner because they knew how much of a difference it would make in our classroom. During science lessons, labs, and group activities, we can now focus on exploring scientific concepts, collaborating, and problem-solving in a more comfortable environment. This is especially important during hands-on activities that require students to stay focused, move around the classroom, and work together.\r\n\r\nOne of the greatest benefits of this project is simply being able to provide my students with a classroom environment that better supports learning. As we continue through our science units, students will be participating in more investigations, labs, and collaborative activities that encourage them to think like scientists.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided much more than an air conditioner. You have helped create a classroom where my students can feel comfortable, stay engaged, and focus on learning. Thank you for making a difference in our science classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1775492219826,"projectUrl":"project/cool-air-clear-minds-science-that-sizz/10177912/","projectTitle":"Cool Air, Clear Minds: Science That Sizzles Without the Heat!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Belkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6903176_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690653268532","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6903176"},{"teacherId":6903176,"projectId":10021001,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students! Your generosity has helped make science more engaging, accessible, and meaningful in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe Teachers Pay Teachers resources purchased through this project have given my students additional ways to learn challenging science concepts through visuals, differentiated activities, structured practice, and student-friendly materials. These supports are especially helpful for my ENL and special education students, who benefit from seeing information presented in clear, accessible formats. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by complex science vocabulary and concepts, students have resources that help them participate more confidently in lessons and activities.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting is seeing students respond positively to materials that feel approachable and engaging. Students who sometimes need extra support to get started are able to use visual cues, simplified explanations, and organized activities to work more independently and take a more active role in their learning.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped me better meet the needs of the diverse learners in my classroom while keeping our instruction aligned with the New York State Science Learning Standards. Most importantly, you have helped create opportunities for every student to feel capable of succeeding in science. Thank you for making that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1778222417746,"projectUrl":"project/inclusive-science-big-ideas-for-every-l/10021001/","projectTitle":"Inclusive Science: Big Ideas for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Belkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6903176_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690653268532","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6903176"},{"teacherId":1909355,"projectId":7629222,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for buying new headphones for the students in our classroom. These headphones make a huge difference during our digital learning time and help everyone stay focused on their lessons.\r\nYour generous support means a lot to our entire class. With these tools, students can listen clearly to their educational programs without any outside noise. We are very grateful for your kindness and for thinking of our students.\r\nYour contribution does more than just provide equipment; it creates a more inclusive and productive environment where every student has the tools they need to succeed. Thank you again for investing in our classroom and making a lasting impact on our students' education.","fullyFundedDate":1692068830845,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-focusing/7629222/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Focusing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McNeill-Peck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1909355"},{"teacherId":1057957,"projectId":10148264,"letterContent":"Your donation of the rug for our classroom library has had a phenomenal impact! The scholars enjoy reading on the rug, relaxing on the rug and spending time in the library area, in general. They choose a book to read and enthusiastically delve into it.\r\n I truly appreciate your kind generosity. Once again, I thank you!\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n=","fullyFundedDate":1776816992163,"projectUrl":"project/snug-in-a-rug/10148264/","projectTitle":"Snug in a Rug!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1057957"},{"teacherId":9554395,"projectId":10261101,"letterContent":"Thank you sincerely for your remarkable generosity. Your donation represents far more than a gift of supplies and materials—it is an investment in the educational growth and potential of our students. These resources have become instrumental in transforming our classroom experience, enabling learners of all backgrounds and abilities to engage meaningfully with their studies.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has empowered students to collaborate in small groups, accessing tools and materials specifically chosen to deepen their learning and unlock their creative capabilities. Beyond academics, your support has fostered a profound sense of confidence and belonging among our diverse learners, helping them recognize their own value and capacity for achievement.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your generosity extends far beyond the classroom walls. It sends a powerful message to our students that their education matters, that their growth is worth investing in, and that there are people in our community who believe in their futures. For this, we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1778222426263,"projectUrl":"project/supply-and-demand-our-classroom-needs-y/10261101/","projectTitle":"Supply and Demand: Our Classroom Needs You!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bruce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554395"},{"teacherId":9554395,"projectId":10261097,"letterContent":"We extend our sincere gratitude for your exceptionally generous contribution to our educational institution. The integration of audio technology has demonstrably enhanced pedagogical outcomes for our diverse student population. Through structured collaborative learning experiences, students are now able to utilize Bluetooth speaker technology in small group settings, thereby facilitating the development of critical communication and comprehension competencies. This technological resource has proven instrumental in creating differentiated learning pathways that accommodate the varied needs and learning modalities of our student body.","fullyFundedDate":1778222428461,"projectUrl":"project/the-power-of-pitch-making-lessons-audib/10261097/","projectTitle":"The Power of Pitch: Making Lessons Audible for All Abilities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bruce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554395"},{"teacherId":9345595,"projectId":10170742,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Creating Kindness: Students Using Technology to Serve Their Community.\" Your generosity has helped my students see technology as more than entertainment—it can be a powerful tool for learning, creating, and helping others.\r\n\r\nStudents have been excited to use technology to bring their ideas to life while developing creativity, collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills. It has been especially rewarding to see students who may be hesitant during traditional classroom activities become engaged, confident, and eager to participate.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this project is teaching students about kindness, empathy, and service. They are discovering that their creativity and talents can make a positive difference in their school and community.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and giving them the opportunity to become creators, problem-solvers, and young people who can make a difference. We are truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1778874491050,"projectUrl":"project/creating-kindness-students-using-techno/10170742/","projectTitle":"Creating Kindness: Students Using Technology to Serve Their Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reiher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msreiher"},{"teacherId":9246706,"projectId":10248965,"letterContent":"I appreciate your contributions to my students' education. Having the ability to use flexible seating in our room, allows my students to move and focus. \r\nOur flexible seating, and small group table allows for small group instruction and collaboration. Having students with varying needs can be challenging but giving students seating choices allows for them to focus and be a part of the classroom.\r\nThis addition to our classroom effects students academically, emotionally and boosts their confidence levels.","fullyFundedDate":1778222431626,"projectUrl":"project/focusing-on-group-work/10248965/","projectTitle":"Focusing on Group Work","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"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_22890","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":556,"numTeachers":54,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":28,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":70,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":0,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"10.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":45.5,"schoolId":22890,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Milton L Olive Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Milton L Olive Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/wyandanch-union-free-school-district/milton-l-olive-middle-school/22890"}