{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Noe Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":42.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9562938,"projectId":9513453,"letterContent":"I cannot express how much your donation means to myself and my classroom. Your donation helped organize the materials for my students. Now, my students have access to the materials they need on a weekly basis. My students can easily and accessibly get to various materials, when they need them, such as scissors, glue sticks, colored pencils, etc. \r\n\r\nMy students were very excited when they first saw the materials. They were happy to have a dedicated place to sort their materials utilized in my class. The students know the places where their materials live and the expectations on when and how they use them. \r\n\r\nThe next steps for my project are to continue to utilize the organization bins for the various materials that are needed for my classroom. The students are appreciative that the materials are ready to go, labeled and easy to access. My classroom could not function without the support of my awesome donors! Thank you again for supporting my dream and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1754233031433,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-organization/9513453/","projectTitle":"Classroom Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9562938_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y180&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1717529128332","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mccoyclassroomorganization"},{"teacherId":4719099,"projectId":9323705,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom rugs have never looked (or smelled!) better! The new carpet cleaner has truly transformed our space. My seventh graders spend a lot of time working in small groups and on the floor during math projects and collaborative lessons, and having freshly cleaned rugs has made our room feel brighter, healthier, and more inviting.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first walked in after our first deep clean, they immediately noticed—\"It smells so clean in here!\" one student said. Now they're more eager to gather for activities, discussions, and games on the carpet.\r\n\r\nYour support doesn't just keep our classroom clean—it helps create a comfortable and welcoming environment where students feel proud to learn. As we continue our current unit on proportional relationships, it's been wonderful to see how a simple improvement to our space has boosted focus and collaboration.","fullyFundedDate":1746719275262,"projectUrl":"project/cleaning-machine/9323705/","projectTitle":"Cleaning Machine","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pinkerton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4719099_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655905207639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4719099"},{"teacherId":4719099,"projectId":9301474,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students are ready to shine at our two-day Business Fair! With your help, we were able to provide film for the Photo Booth, prizes for Bingo, face paint, and creative craft supplies like shrinky dink plastic and keychains. These materials brought our fair to life and gave students the chance to experience the excitement of running and visiting real businesses.\r\n\r\nThroughout this project, students practiced teamwork, communication, creativity, and financial literacy by applying math skills such as calculating taxes, tips, and discounts while shopping. Your donation helped turn math into a hands-on, real-world learning experience—and gave our students the confidence and joy that comes from seeing their hard work come to life. Thank you for making this event possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746457680869,"projectUrl":"project/business-fair-part-2/9301474/","projectTitle":"Business Fair Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pinkerton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4719099_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655905207639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4719099"},{"teacherId":4719099,"projectId":9188782,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our 7th grade students were able to bring their annual business fair to life in a way that was both creative and unforgettable. The supplies you provided—ranging from a Polaroid camera and Photo Booth props to pancake shop tools, nail salon kits, bingo boards, shrinky dink sets, and face painting materials—transformed the fair into an engaging, hands-on learning experience. What once was an idea in the classroom became a bustling \"marketplace,\" where students not only practiced math skills but also explored the responsibilities of running a business, managing customers, and taking pride in their creativity.\r\n\r\nThe fair is a cornerstone project in our curriculum. Students form small companies, design their booths, and learn how to budget, track costs, and price their products or services to earn a profit. This year, because of your support, their booths were more authentic and exciting than ever before. At one booth, the pancake shop team carefully measured ingredients, cooked up treats, and kept track of every sale. At another, the nail salon crew offered colorful manicures while explaining the importance of customer service. Students at the bingo station filled the room with cheers and laughter as they ran game after game, while the shrinky dink group proudly designed charms and keychains that their peers could take home. The face painting booth drew a steady line of eager participants, and the Photo Booth tied everything together, allowing families and classmates to snap instant keepsakes of their special day.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw these materials, the energy in the classroom was electric. Many had never used a Polaroid camera before, and their faces lit up as they watched a photo appear and slowly develop in their hands. Others were excited to experiment with shrinky dinks, marveling at how the designs shrank in the oven into vibrant, durable pieces. The pancake team couldn't wait to try their hand at cooking, while the nail salon team proudly organized their colors and practiced designs. Every group immediately began brainstorming how to make their booth more appealing, talking about pricing strategies, decorations, and ways to attract customers. It was incredible to watch them take ownership of their work with such enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nSome of the most memorable moments came from students who are often quieter in the classroom. At the Photo Booth, a group of shy students came alive as they guided participants, posed them with props, and confidently handled the Polaroid camera. The shrinky dink team quickly discovered how math tied directly into their work—calculating supply costs, timing their baking cycles, and figuring out profit margins. Meanwhile, the pancake shop crew learned to balance speed with accuracy, making sure they didn't run out of supplies while still keeping customers happy. Each booth became a real-world example of the lessons we cover in class, from ratios to percentages, and showed students how math can be both practical and rewarding.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, the lessons from this project will continue to shape our classroom. In math, we are building on the fair by diving deeper into concepts like unit rate, percentages, and financial literacy. Students can now connect these topics to their own experiences: calculating discounts just like the nail salon offered, or tracking profit margins as the bingo team did. We also plan to use the Polaroid camera throughout the year for documenting projects, creating visual galleries of math concepts, and even capturing geometry in the real world. The supplies you funded will continue to spark creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking in ways that extend far beyond the fair.\r\n\r\nYour support made this all possible. You gave my students the chance to dream, to build, and to experience the pride of seeing their hard work pay off. The laughter, smiles, and excitement at the business fair were priceless, and the skills they gained—teamwork, entrepreneurship, problem-solving—will serve them for years to come. On behalf of all 120 of my students, thank you for believing in them and for making learning both meaningful and memorable.","fullyFundedDate":1742940946678,"projectUrl":"project/business-adventures/9188782/","projectTitle":"Business Adventures","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pinkerton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4719099_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655905207639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4719099"},{"teacherId":4719099,"projectId":9172548,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our 7th grade students were able to use a Polaroid camera and Photo Booth supplies during our business fair, which made the event even more engaging and memorable. The technology gave students the chance to create lasting keepsakes while also learning about how photography can be incorporated into marketing and customer engagement—skills that connect directly to real-world business practices. For many of our students, it was their first experience using instant-print technology, and they were fascinated by how quickly their photos developed and how they could share them immediately.\r\n\r\nThe Photo Booth became one of the highlights of the fair, drawing students, staff, and families in to participate. Students were excited to design props, set up backdrops, and use the Polaroid camera to bring their vision to life. It gave them a sense of ownership and pride, while also teaching teamwork, creativity, and customer service. One group even noticed how the camera attracted more visitors to their booth, sparking great conversations about advertising strategies and how presentation impacts sales.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who are often quieter in class found their voices behind the camera—snapping pictures, encouraging others to pose, and showcasing their leadership skills. Others loved the tangible, hands-on aspect of seeing their photos appear right before their eyes. Overall, these supplies transformed our business fair into not just an academic project, but an unforgettable, interactive experience that combined creativity, entrepreneurship, and technology in a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1742915345048,"projectUrl":"project/shake-it-like-a-polaroid-picture/9172548/","projectTitle":"Shake It Like a Polaroid Picture","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pinkerton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4719099_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655905207639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4719099"},{"teacherId":9264546,"projectId":9192624,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the new materials arrive, their faces lit up with excitement! The bar stools were a huge hit right away because so many of them had been asking me all year when we'd get new ones after the old ones broke. They love having that flexible seating option back, and I can already see how much more engaged they are when they're comfortable and have a choice in where they sit. The wireless mouse and keyboard have also been a game-changer—students who used to get nervous about standing at the board now feel confident participating from their seats. It has opened the door for quieter voices to shine during our lessons.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments so far was using the easy press with my students to design t-shirts as a way to celebrate everything we've been through this year. After a tough season, it felt so good to watch them create something joyful together and proudly wear it. The portable whiteboard and rolling cart have also made our classroom run so much smoother. Students now know exactly where to find paper, assignments, and materials, and having standards and team information up on the new board keeps everyone on track.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're using these resources to support our end-of-year reflections and to get ready for the new school year. My students are already brainstorming more ways to use the easy press for projects, and they're excited to keep the new seating and tools as part of our daily routines. Thanks to this project, they feel more ownership of their learning space, and we've been able to turn challenges into celebrations. I can't wait to see how we keep building on this energy moving forward!","fullyFundedDate":1742945317093,"projectUrl":"project/creating-cozy-class-memories-and-a-stude/9192624/","projectTitle":"Creating Cozy Class Memories and A Student Centered Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeVore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9264546_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708395165103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9264546"},{"teacherId":4719099,"projectId":9155340,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our PBIS store project! Because of your generosity, our students now have a fun and exciting way to use the points they've earned for showing respect, responsibility, and safety.\r\n\r\nYou helped us fill our store with items they actually want—because they picked them! From fun snacks to small goodies, your donation brought their wish lists to life. Even better? We're using the shopping experience to sneak in some real-life math skills, like percent markups and markdowns. Learning + snacks = a total win.\r\n\r\nThanks for making our classroom more positive, engaging, and meaningful!","fullyFundedDate":1741802460359,"projectUrl":"project/pbis-class-store/9155340/","projectTitle":"PBIS Class Store","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pinkerton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4719099_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655905207639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4719099"},{"teacherId":4719099,"projectId":9107394,"letterContent":"Wow—thank you SO much for helping make our testing days a whole lot brighter (and tastier)!\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous donation, I was able to prep over 120 little testing snack bags for my students—each one filled with treats and a motivational note to cheer them on. Testing can be long, stressful, and, honestly, pretty exhausting. Sitting still and staring at a screen for hours is no one's idea of fun—but your support made it all a bit more bearable.\r\n\r\nThe kids loved the snack pouches! You should've seen their faces light up when they saw them waiting on their desks. They felt encouraged, cared for, and just a little more excited to tackle those long testing days. A little treat and a kind word go a long way, and your kindness made that possible.\r\n\r\nThanks for being part of our testing survival team—we appreciate you more than you know!","fullyFundedDate":1739563483034,"projectUrl":"project/testing-1-2-3/9107394/","projectTitle":"Testing... 1, 2, 3","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pinkerton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4719099_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655905207639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4719099"},{"teacherId":4719099,"projectId":9084277,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Yarntastic Learning project! Because of your kindness, I was able to share my love of crocheting with a group of excited and eager students—and it has been such a joy.\r\n\r\nWith the yarn and safety eyes you helped provide, students had the opportunity to learn a new, hands-on skill through our crochet enrichment activity. Many of them had never held a crochet hook before, but they were determined to learn—and they did! Our first project was a colorful penguin, and each student got to choose their favorite color to personalize it.\r\n\r\nFor many, this was more than just a craft—it became a calming, creative outlet. Students proudly showed off their finished animals, helped one another troubleshoot stitches, and some even moved on to additional patterns after mastering the basics!\r\n\r\nThis project brought our classroom community closer and sparked a love for a new lifelong hobby. Thank you for making it possible!","fullyFundedDate":1738955476342,"projectUrl":"project/yarn-tastic-learning/9084277/","projectTitle":"Yarn-Tastic Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pinkerton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4719099_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655905207639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4719099"},{"teacherId":4719099,"projectId":9079030,"letterContent":"The students in my classroom have been loving our new classroom supplies. After surviving a few weeks without a pencil sharpener, this new pencil sharpener is an absolute dream. It came just in time for us to finish out the school year sharp and ready to learn!\r\n\r\nWe are also extremely grateful for the other supplies, like the new microfiber dry erase board erasers! We do a lot of work in groups on our team white boards. Our previous erasers had all fallen apart and students regularly were using their hands as erasers! These have mad a world of difference in our engaging white board activities and have allowed for a much cleaner and quick experience!\r\n\r\nAgain, we are so grateful for your support to our classroom this year!","fullyFundedDate":1737818281421,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/9079030/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pinkerton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4719099_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655905207639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4719099"},{"teacherId":4719099,"projectId":8930595,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our fun and exciting day of winter themed activities! Students used the supplies from this project to connect, celebrate and enjoy their time together and we embrace our classroom community before our winter break. \r\n\r\nStudents had the opportunity to make crafts, decorate cookies, play games for prizes, watch movies, enjoy snacks, and have a fun white elephant gifting game. This day was one to remember! Our students have continued to talk about the fun they had and I am so grateful we were able to provide them with such an unforgettable experience, thanks to your help!","fullyFundedDate":1731501149810,"projectUrl":"project/wonderful-winter-festivities/8930595/","projectTitle":"Wonderful Winter Festivities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pinkerton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4719099_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655905207639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4719099"},{"teacherId":4719099,"projectId":9139001,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to help keep an organized classroom environment! Having a place for all of our class items makes the room feel less chaotic which makes focusing on learning so much easier! Again, I am so grateful for your help, and the help of students! The shelves have been built and the storage containers have been filled!! Some of the kids built and new shelves and other students helped organize the supply bins! This project will help keep the classroom organized for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1741802458064,"projectUrl":"project/storage-solutions-for-organized-learning/9139001/","projectTitle":"Storage Solutions for Organized Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pinkerton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4719099_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655905207639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4719099"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_58307","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1158,"numTeachers":65,"percentFrplEligible":46,"percentAsian":8,"percentBlack":27,"percentWhite":48,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"17.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":57.7,"schoolId":58307,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Noe Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Noe Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/kentucky/jefferson-county-public-schools/noe-middle-school/58307"}