{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Old High Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":4.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2400729,"projectId":9829094,"letterContent":"Thank you for giving us the opportunity to turn a wishful idea into an ongoing creative experience. When we opened the boxes of materials, the students' reactions were pure joy. One student perfectly described the unboxing as a \"giant art class birthday party.\" The atmosphere shifted immediately from routine to wonder. They were incredibly inquisitive, picking up the paint pens and watercolor brush pens and asking, \"I wonder what would happen if I mixed this?\" or \"How does this tip work?\" Their eagerness to test out the materials sparked immediate brainstorming, showing just how much high-quality supplies can inspire a desire to create.\r\n\r\n\r\nWe are using these materials to elevate our standard curriculum into mixed-media experiences. Now that the students have learned the technical skills associated with the new tools—such as the precision of the watercolor brush pens and the texture of the scribing needles—we are moving toward independent experimentation. My next step is to have students create a unique work of art where they choose the media. They will be challenged to experiment with mixed media, combining the paint pens, construction paper, and drawing tools to create a piece that is entirely their own concept. Every student is engaged and ready to create....and thank you for helping expand their ideas about art!","fullyFundedDate":1762541865209,"projectUrl":"project/vibrant-visions-inspiring-brilliance-wi/9829094/","projectTitle":"Vibrant Visions: Inspiring Brilliance with Bold Art Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brener","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2400729_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537934181125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nakia-brener"},{"teacherId":2400729,"projectId":9524159,"letterContent":"We are absolutely overwhelmed with gratitude as we write to you today. Your incredible support for our project has not just purchased materials, it has transformed our school's environment and, more importantly, validated our young artists.\r\n\r\nThe 30 new frames you provided have allowed us to turn our main hallway into a stunning, professional, rotating student art gallery. Your generosity has elevated the display of student artwork from simple paper to a true showcase of finished, high-quality pieces—a legacy that will continue to benefit students for years to come as we rotate new artwork annually.\r\n\r\nThe most heartwarming impact has been seeing the sheer pride on our students' faces. They walk by their framed masterpieces every day and carry themselves like true professionals. When they first saw their work displayed, the excitement was immediate. Students were bragging to peers and teachers, feeling like recognized artists. One student beamed and exclaimed, \"That's my art! It looks like something you'd see in a real gallery.\" This priceless sense of ownership and validation is something we couldn't have given them without you.\r\n\r\nOur entire school community is benefiting! Teachers love how the gallery builds morale and personalizes our shared spaces, and parents are thrilled to see their children's talent displayed so beautifully while still getting to keep the original at home.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this lasting, tangible difference. We are already planning our next steps—continuing to create beautiful art that will fill these frames and keep the gallery vibrant for years to come. Your kindness has established a permanent celebration of creativity here at our school.","fullyFundedDate":1757443189628,"projectUrl":"project/student-art-gallery/9524159/","projectTitle":"Student Art Gallery","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brener","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2400729_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537934181125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nakia-brener"},{"teacherId":2400729,"projectId":9324545,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing the amazing tools and materials that transformed our classroom into a bustling makerspace! With the ChompSaw Maker Bundle, cordless and corded hot glue guns, duct tape, and our DeWalt battery kit, my students were able to bring their cardboard construction ideas to life in ways they had only imagined.\r\n\r\nStudents were thrilled to safely use the ChompSaw to cut precise, intricate designs into cardboard—something that had never been possible with our previous tools. The ability to cut and shape pieces with accuracy sparked a wave of creativity, as students engineered sculptures, architectural models, and imaginative structures. Combining this with hot glue and duct tape techniques, they learned how to reinforce their designs and execute their ideas with exceptional craftsmanship.\r\n\r\nThese projects not only engaged every student but also gave them hands-on experience with problem-solving, planning, and collaboration—all while taking immense pride in creating high-quality, 3D artworks. Your generosity allowed us to elevate our art program to a whole new level, giving students a unique and unforgettable creative experience.","fullyFundedDate":1746553979609,"projectUrl":"project/creative-constructions/9324545/","projectTitle":"Creative Constructions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brener","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2400729_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537934181125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nakia-brener"},{"teacherId":2400729,"projectId":9207178,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the incredible variety of art materials you provided for our students. These supplies—ranging from Sakura Cray-Pas oil pastels and construction paper to stencils, cardstock, Mod Podge, and bendable aluminum wire—have opened endless creative possibilities in our art room.\r\n\r\nWith the oil pastels and textured rubbing plates, students explored vibrant color blending and created bold, expressive drawings. The stencils, origami paper, and cardstock inspired intricate mixed-media collages and layered abstract compositions. Meanwhile, the aluminum wire and Mod Podge allowed students to experiment with 3D sculptural projects, combining form and surface design to create one-of-a-kind pieces.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our art room has been buzzing with excitement as students confidently take creative risks, combine new techniques, and produce artwork that reflects their unique voices. They are proud of what they've made, and deeply appreciative of the opportunity to use professional-quality materials.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly empowered our young artists to imagine, experiment, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1742948176428,"projectUrl":"project/oily-for-art/9207178/","projectTitle":"Oily for Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brener","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2400729_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537934181125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nakia-brener"},{"teacherId":2400729,"projectId":9132517,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for the incredible art materials you provided for our classroom. Your generosity has filled our art room with excitement and creativity, and we have seen every student thrive because of it.\r\n\r\nWith the Posca paint markers, acrylic paint pens, fabric paints, and fabric markers, students have been able to explore vibrant color in new ways, personalizing projects and expressing themselves with confidence. The multipurpose scissors gave them the tools to work independently and safely, while the wooden clay rollers and stamp sets transformed our clay projects into beautiful, textured creations. Even the plastic canvas needles, yarn kit, and painter's tape inspired students to explore new techniques and mixed-media projects they had never tried before.\r\n\r\nThese materials have made a tangible impact: students are not only producing higher-quality art, but they are also more engaged, collaborative, and proud of their work. Many have expressed how grateful they are to have professional-quality tools and supplies to bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our young artists and giving them the opportunity to grow, create, and shine. Your support has inspired an art room full of joy, exploration, and endless creativity.","fullyFundedDate":1742338884126,"projectUrl":"project/all-in-for-art/9132517/","projectTitle":"All In For Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brener","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2400729_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537934181125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nakia-brener"},{"teacherId":1313670,"projectId":8950752,"letterContent":"On behalf of Old High Middle School, I would like to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donation of weaving looms. Your support is making a profound impact, and we are thrilled to have your partnership in nurturing creativity and skill-building within our Visual Arts program.\r\nThese looms will enable individuals to learn, create, and express themselves in ways that were once beyond reach. Your thoughtful contribution is a vital part of bringing artistry and tradition to life, and we are excited to see the beautiful pieces that will emerge due to your generosity.\r\nThank you for believing in our mission and for empowering others through your gift. Your kindness is truly appreciated, and we look forward to sharing the progress and success made possible by your support.","fullyFundedDate":1735666325434,"projectUrl":"project/weaving-stories-one-thread-at-a-time/8950752/","projectTitle":"Weaving Stories, One Thread At A Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1313670_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534970911991","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1313670"},{"teacherId":2400729,"projectId":8965400,"letterContent":"I wish you could see the liveliness that comes out of students when they come into our art room. They hop on these wobble boards and activate an extra area of their brain when they wobble and balance while simultaneously work on their art. I have witnessed students' focus increase as they activate their muscles and their minds. Even our counselor and other teachers have gotten \"on board\" and bought their own wobble boards for their rooms. Thank you for helping this idea come to reality in my room!\r\n\r\nWe're just now starting the embroidery, and students are fascinated. Most have never tried to create an image with fiber arts, so the idea is exciting and fresh. Students are also eager to learn how this skill translates to clothing design, and they're sharing examples of embroidery they notice in their environment. It always feels like a win when learning transfers to areas outside of the classroom. \r\n\r\nYour generosity is making an impact in their lives and helping them create lasting memories.","fullyFundedDate":1733258093049,"projectUrl":"project/wobble-and-weave-in-art/8965400/","projectTitle":"Wobble and Weave In Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brener","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2400729_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537934181125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nakia-brener"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_48359","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":618,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":23,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":80,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"5 - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"15.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":95.2,"schoolId":48359,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Old High Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Old High Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arkansas/bentonville-public-school-district-6/old-high-middle-school/48359"}