{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"New River Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":34.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10276616,"projectId":10448646,"letterContent":"Your contribution has had an immense impact on my classroom. Because of your donations, my students will have the materials necessary to succeed. One of the most impactful materials is the notebooks. I have been able to distribute so many notebooks to students who are in need. Notebooks are one of the most important supplies in Math, as it helps students keep all their notes together to be able to master the lessons.\r\n\r\nIn addition, students are elated that we now have headphones in the class, which help those students who need some auditory stimulation to keep engaged with their assignments.\r\n\r\nOverall, my students and I are grateful for your contributions to our classroom; we are so excited to start using more of the supplies that we were able to get through the donations.","fullyFundedDate":1787160498089,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school/10448646/","projectTitle":"Back to School","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10276616_orig.jpg?crop=736,736,x0,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758650784219","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276616"},{"teacherId":9495157,"projectId":10408775,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom. Your donation provided essential daily items such as pencils, Lysol wipes, books, and other classroom supplies that help create a safe, organized, and productive learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies arrived, my students were excited and grateful to know that someone cared enough to invest in their education. These items may seem simple, but they make a tremendous difference every day. Pencils ensure that students are always prepared to learn, while cleaning supplies help maintain a healthy classroom where students can focus on their work.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I can spend less time worrying about basic classroom necessities and more time focusing on instruction and student success. Your support has helped create a positive learning environment where students feel valued and equipped to do their best.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of all my students, thank you for making a meaningful difference in our classroom. Your kindness and commitment to education are truly appreciated.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1787257679565,"projectUrl":"project/daily-essentials/10408775/","projectTitle":"Daily Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stephenson-Samuels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9495157_orig.jpg?crop=708,708,x279,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714490422728","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9495157"},{"teacherId":9495157,"projectId":10227938,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Exam Reward Project. The snacks and rewards have been a wonderful way to recognize students for their hard work and perseverance during testing and classroom assessments. We use these incentives to celebrate students who demonstrate effort, growth, and positive academic habits. One of the most memorable moments was seeing students' excitement after completing their exams and being rewarded for their dedication. Their smiles and sense of accomplishment were truly priceless.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the rewards, they were thrilled and highly motivated. The incentives created a positive classroom atmosphere and encouraged students to put forth their best effort. Many students looked forward to earning rewards and took greater pride in completing assignments and assessments successfully.\r\n\r\nI will continue using these resources to motivate students as they work toward their academic goals. The rewards will help reinforce positive behaviors, encourage perseverance, and support a growth mindset. Your generosity has helped create an environment where students feel valued, motivated, and excited about learning. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1780497899056,"projectUrl":"project/exam-rewards/10227938/","projectTitle":"Exam Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stephenson-Samuels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9495157_orig.jpg?crop=708,708,x279,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714490422728","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9495157"},{"teacherId":9495157,"projectId":10265785,"letterContent":"The Uniqueness and Disabilities Project supported my students with disabilities by providing sensory and calming resources that promote emotional regulation, focus, and academic support daily. Sensory items, such as sensory sand, sensory toys and fidgets, play-doh and other healthy snacks, helped to keep them remainbbcalm throughout class.\r\n\r\n\r\nThese resources created a more inclusive learning environment where students felt safe, supported, and prepared to engage in classroom activities. Sensory materials provide opportunities for self-regulation, helping students reduce anxiety, improve concentration, and develop coping skills that support both academic and social-emotional growth.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project extends beyond individual students. By providing appropriate sensory supports, classroom disruptions were reduced, and student engagement was increased. Students were very excited to see the different resources available and they enjoyed using them.\r\n\r\nThe Uniqueness and Disabilities Project celebrate and support the individual strengths of every learner while recognizing that different students require different tools to thrive. 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Dry erase markers are used every day for whiteboard instruction, student participation, brainstorming, practice problems, and collaborative activities. Together, these supplies help create a clean, well-prepared classroom where students can actively participate in learning and complete meaningful science activities.\r\n\r\nStudents cannot wait for their birthday and always light up when they receive their giant pixie stick for their birthday.","fullyFundedDate":1787257680118,"projectUrl":"project/glue-paper-scissors-and-more/10429775/","projectTitle":"Glue, Paper, Scissors, and More!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Babcock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5491710_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530129100322","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tiffany-babcock"},{"teacherId":10460954,"projectId":10177668,"letterContent":"The first two weeks of school have started with a bang! My students have been fascinated by the preserved specimens and marine organism displays, which have served as an engaging introduction to our 8th grade Marine Science Honors curriculum. Having authentic specimens in the classroom has sparked curiosity, encouraged questions, and allowed students to make real-world connections to the concepts we are learning. I am especially excited to use the larger marine specimens as reference tools as we prepare for future dissections, giving students valuable opportunities to observe anatomy and adaptations before participating in hands-on investigations.\r\n\r\nThe donated materials have also helped me transform and organize my classroom. The command strips allowed me to display marine science infographics and educational posters throughout the room, creating a more engaging learning environment. The crates were decorated and labeled by class period and are now used to store Marine Science and Physical Science notebooks, helping students stay organized and take ownership of their learning. Thank you for providing resources that support both meaningful scientific exploration and a well-organized classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1777991010051,"projectUrl":"project/explore-the-oceanno-snorkel-required/10177668/","projectTitle":"Explore the Ocean—No Snorkel Required!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sargent","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10460954_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y554&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776698771789","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mssargentmarinescience"},{"teacherId":441589,"projectId":10280522,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"You Did It!\" project. The snacks and celebration supplies helped us create a special end-of-year recognition event for our students. We used the resources during a classroom celebration where students reflected on their accomplishments, shared their favorite memories from the school year, and celebrated the goals they achieved. One of the most memorable moments was watching students recognize not only their own growth but also the hard work of their classmates. The celebration became an opportunity to highlight perseverance, teamwork, and resilience, qualities that our students demonstrated throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were excited and surprised that people they had never met cared enough to celebrate their success. Their faces lit up when they learned that generous donors had contributed to recognizing their efforts. Many students expressed gratitude and pride, sharing how much it meant to have their hard work acknowledged. The celebration created a positive atmosphere filled with smiles, laughter, and a strong sense of accomplishment.\r\n\r\nAs we look ahead, our students will carry the confidence they gained this year into new learning opportunities and challenges. We are encouraging them to set personal and academic goals for the future while continuing to practice the perseverance and teamwork that helped them succeed this year. This celebration was more than just a reward; it was a reminder that dedication and effort matter. Thanks to your generosity, our students ended the school year feeling valued, motivated, and excited about what comes next. Your support made a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1779049394288,"projectUrl":"project/you-did-it/10280522/","projectTitle":"You Did It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berrios","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp441589_orig.jpg?crop=2188,2188,x109,y547&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1591382664441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-berrios28"},{"teacherId":441589,"projectId":10115919,"letterContent":"The materials provided through this project transformed the way my middle school students engage with engineering and STEM learning. Instead of simply discussing engineering concepts, students were able to design, build, test, and improve real prototypes using authentic materials. The basswood, motor kits, graph paper, glue, masking tape, and building supplies encouraged creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork. Students became more confident in applying the engineering design process as they turned ideas into working models, learning valuable lessons from both their successes and failures. The hands-on experience increased student engagement and helped make engineering concepts more meaningful and accessible for all learners.\r\n\r\nBecause of these materials, I was able to provide authentic engineering experiences that would not have been possible otherwise. Students designed structures, vehicles, and other engineering solutions while practicing measurement, planning, prototyping, and testing skills. The motor kits allowed students to explore mechanical and electrical engineering concepts, while the graph paper and building materials supported precise design and construction. The foldable wagon made it easy to transport supplies across campus, allowing engineering activities to take place in different learning environments. These resources helped me create a classroom where students could think like engineers, collaborate effectively, and develop real-world STEM skills that align with our curriculum and future career pathways.","fullyFundedDate":1776102332132,"projectUrl":"project/from-concept-to-creation-engineering-to/10115919/","projectTitle":"From Concept to Creation: Engineering Tools for Middle School Innovators","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berrios","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp441589_orig.jpg?crop=2188,2188,x109,y547&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1591382664441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-berrios28"},{"teacherId":10455728,"projectId":10205614,"letterContent":"Materials such as paint, clipboards, play dough, paper towels, dice, Sharpies, and dry erasers are incredibly valuable tools that help create an engaging and hands-on learning environment. Paint and play dough encourage creativity, fine motor skill development, and self-expression, while clipboards allow students to work comfortably around the classroom, outdoors, or during collaborative activities. Dice can be incorporated into educational games that make learning fun and interactive, helping students practice math, science, and critical thinking skills in an exciting way. These supplies transform lessons into meaningful experiences that support a variety of learning styles.\r\n\r\nIn addition, practical items such as paper towels, Sharpies, and dry erasers help classrooms run smoothly each day. Paper towels make it easy to maintain a clean and organized learning space, while Sharpies and dry erase markers are essential for creating visuals, labeling materials, and facilitating classroom discussions. Having access to these resources allows teachers to prepare engaging lessons, provide hands-on learning opportunities, and respond to student needs throughout the day. Especially in a Title I school, these materials help ensure all students have access to enriching educational experiences that foster creativity, participation, and academic success.","fullyFundedDate":1779049395117,"projectUrl":"project/supply-the-spark-powering-future-scient/10205614/","projectTitle":"Supply the Spark: Powering Future Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rauch (Marine Science and Life Science)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10455728_orig.jpg?crop=2499,2499,x423,y171&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776951296354","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msrauchmarinescience"},{"teacherId":10455728,"projectId":10128682,"letterContent":"Classroom essentials such as tissues, disinfecting wipes, sanitizer, pencils, crayons, and other basic supplies play a vital role in creating a positive and productive learning environment. In a busy classroom, students frequently need access to these items throughout the day. Tissues and wipes help maintain a clean and healthy space by reducing the spread of germs, allowing students to stay focused on learning rather than illness. At the same time, having an adequate supply of pencils, crayons, and other materials ensures that every student can fully participate in lessons and activities without interruption.\r\n\r\nThese everyday essentials are especially important in Title I schools, where many students may not always have access to school supplies at home. Providing these materials removes barriers to learning and helps create an equitable environment where all students can succeed. When students have the tools they need readily available, they are more engaged, confident, and prepared to complete assignments, collaborate with classmates, and express their creativity. 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Whether it's worksheets, study guides, graphic organizers, assessments, or supplemental resources, having immediate access to a printer saves valuable instructional time and ensures students have the materials they need when they need them. This flexibility is especially important in a science classroom, where lessons often require diagrams, lab sheets, data tables, and hands-on activities that may need to be printed on short notice.\r\n\r\nIn a Title I school, where students may not always have access to printers or technology at home, providing printed resources ensures that all students have equitable access to educational materials. 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Thank you for being a part of our village. When students walk into the classroom and see these resources, they don't just see reward; they feel recognized, valued, and encouraged. 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