{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Irwin Altman Middle School 172","outOfStateSupporters":20.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9933691,"projectId":9573414,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Oreo cookies, popcorn & mint candies for my back-to-school night. The treats were a big hit with the students & parents alike and it really set the tone for a positive school year. \r\nThe families of my students were delighted when they entered my classroom and saw all of the treats awaiting them. It put them at ease, as many parents feel anxious about their children starting in a big, new school. The students also appreciated the gesture. It is fundamentally important to build positive relationships with students and their parents from the get-go. It fosters a team-building environment and sets the students up for success.","fullyFundedDate":1756475799091,"projectUrl":"project/school-is-like-an-oreo/9573414/","projectTitle":"School Is Like an Oreo","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nordman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9933691_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744327958527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9933691"},{"teacherId":10230016,"projectId":9660943,"letterContent":"WOW! \r\n\r\nYour donation has made \"Our Classroom Calming Center\" a reality! After my students put their backpacks away and wait for the bell to ring to start class, they each walk over to the calming center and take 2-3 minutes to explore the center and all of the wonderful sensory objects in it. They take turns on the beanbag chair, they sit on the color spots on the comfy carpet and they choose the object they want to bring to their desks.\r\n\r\nMy students have learned how to take turns and share the items in the calming center and they have even asked their teachers and paras if they want an object too!\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped make \"Our Classroom Calming Center\" the highlight of my classroom and an important resource for my incredible students!","fullyFundedDate":1757120176003,"projectUrl":"project/our-classroom-calming-center/9660943/","projectTitle":"Our Classroom Calming Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kombert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10230016"},{"teacherId":9933691,"projectId":9358264,"letterContent":"Thank you so much got your generous donation to my classroom. My students have thoroughly enjoyed learning and practicing long division utilizing the dry erase boards you so generously purchased for them. Students are excited to use the materials in both while class and small group settings. Seeing them enthusiastically practice their math skills has made a huge difference in their progress. \r\nIn addition, the laminator has allowed me to create reusable classroom materials and resources that I can use year after year to reach even more students. Your impact is far reaching and forever appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1754189967902,"projectUrl":"project/mathematicians-love-our-planet/9358264/","projectTitle":"Mathematicians Love Our Planet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nordman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9933691_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744327958527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9933691"},{"teacherId":9787063,"projectId":9725655,"letterContent":"The school store has been a wonderful addition to Irwin Altman Middle School. The students chosen to work there are those who need a bit of extra help to build their social skills. Middle school can be a very challenging time for students like this. A job at the school store though, gives them an opportunity to practice these crucial skills in a safe, structured environment.\r\n It has been so satisfying to watch these students have the confidence to help their peers as they shop at the store. Having these items really ensure the store can carry on!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping us stock the store!!","fullyFundedDate":1760718717024,"projectUrl":"project/help-stock-the-grizzly-buck-school-store/9725655/","projectTitle":"Help Stock the Grizzly Buck School Store!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heerkens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9787063"},{"teacherId":372807,"projectId":9651998,"letterContent":"Your kindness and generosity has gotten our new program off to a great start! Our students were overjoyed when our packages arrived. There has not been a day that has gone by where one student or another has not used the bean bags. \r\n\r\nThe bean bag chairs have brought a great sense of safety and serenity to the classroom. When students feel overwhelmed or like they need a break, they will escape to our tent to sit on the bean bag. They able to self regulate by using their break time in the calming corner. \r\n\r\nMy class and I are very lucky to have such kindhearted people supporting us as we roll out our new program! Thank you so much for your support!!!","fullyFundedDate":1756759443080,"projectUrl":"project/bean-bags-bring-zen/9651998/","projectTitle":"Bean Bags Bring Zen","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mazun","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmazun"},{"teacherId":9933691,"projectId":9457256,"letterContent":"Tonight I hosted back to school night for the families of my middle schoolers and the treats that you so generously donated were a huge hit! My students and their parents appreciated the gesture and the sentiments that went along with each special treat. \r\n\r\nIt is so important for families to feel welcome and involved in their student's education, especially in the transition year of 6th grade, where students go from 1 teacher all day to multiple teachers. Many students & families can feel a disconnect, so establishing positive and lasting relationships from the beginning is vital. Your donation helped set the stage for my students' success in middle school.","fullyFundedDate":1757423387770,"projectUrl":"project/welcome-to-middle-school/9457256/","projectTitle":"Welcome to Middle School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nordman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9933691_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744327958527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9933691"},{"teacherId":9933691,"projectId":9377361,"letterContent":"I am forever grateful for your generous donation. You helped me close out the year with my wonderful students in a positive way. My students have worked hard all year and I always like to end the year with a gift of gratitude for them. This reminds them of how far they have come and offers positive reinforcement. My role goes far beyond teaching them math. I also try to instill life lesson in them, and I want to show them that there are rewards for hard work and perseverance. Every student deserves recognition and your donation allowed me to make every child feel special.","fullyFundedDate":1749054445350,"projectUrl":"project/gratitude-gifts/9377361/","projectTitle":"Gratitude Gifts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nordman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9933691_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744327958527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9933691"},{"teacherId":9933691,"projectId":9137036,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous donation! You brought such happiness to a group of dedicated and hardworking students and allowed them to see that Math can be fun. We all need a break sometimes and my students were allowed to celebrate Pi Day while understanding the mathematical implication behind the magic of the day. One of the reasons I wanted to become a math teacher was the show students the joy that math can bring them, and with your donation you allowed me to do just that. Thank you so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1741733186087,"projectUrl":"project/pi-day-party-314/9137036/","projectTitle":"Pi Day Party 3.14","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nordman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9933691_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744327958527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9933691"},{"teacherId":8063249,"projectId":8808476,"letterContent":"The soccer goals have been great for our school. They have not only replaced a broken goal post but have been used for indoor soccer practice and our first annual world cup game held in the fall. Also, they have been vital to keep our students continuing to practice their soccer skills for both their league games and during recess. Even in the cold winter, students have enjoyed having the goals available to practice. They were very excited to receive this donation to continue to improve their soccer skills.","fullyFundedDate":1727963541615,"projectUrl":"project/soccer-part-3/8808476/","projectTitle":"Soccer Part 3","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Levy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8063249"},{"teacherId":9787063,"projectId":8848388,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students in my social group program, I would like to thank you for your generous donation of snacks to support our school store. Your contribution has made a significant impact on the lives of my students and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness.\r\nThe social group program was designed to help students who faced challenges with making friends here at middle school. The store provides them with an opportunity to practice social skills and conversational skills in a real world setting. Students get a chance to feel valued, taking on a meaningful role and gaining confidence in their abilities as they work at the store. 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