{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Paul Cato Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":27.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1615505,"projectId":9904414,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your donation of headphones and computer mice! These tools have transformed our digital classroom into a focused, productive environment. With the new headphones, students can engage with interactive lessons without distraction, while the mice provide the precision needed for coding and creative projects. Your generosity has bridged a vital technology gap, allowing our learners to thrive in the digital age. Thank you for investing in our students' success! Please know that you are appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1763582775718,"projectUrl":"project/level-up-computer-literacy/9904414/","projectTitle":"Level Up Computer Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ribaudo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1615505_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y50&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615499269221","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ribaudo"},{"teacherId":1615505,"projectId":9858239,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students, coaching staff, and administration of our middle school, I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of golf equipment. It is rare to see such a direct and meaningful investment in the lives of young athletes, and your contribution has fundamentally transformed the trajectory of our program. For many of our students, golf was once a sport that felt out of reach; because of your kindness, it is now a central part of their daily growth and development.\r\n\r\nMiddle school is a pivotal time in a young person's life—a period defined by the search for identity, confidence, and community. Athletics play a crucial role in this journey, but golf, in particular, offers lessons that are unique to the fairway. It is a game of patience, integrity, and extreme focus. Unlike many team sports, golf requires an athlete to be their own referee and their own toughest competitor. However, the barrier to entry for this sport is often the cost of the equipment. Before your donation arrived, we had several eager students who wanted to play but lacked the clubs, bags, and gear necessary to even step onto a driving range. Your gift has effectively leveled the playing field, ensuring that talent and interest—not financial circumstances—dictate who gets to play.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in the hallway the day the equipment arrived was palpable. Seeing the students' faces light up as they unboxed high-quality sets of clubs was a reminder of why we do this work. To these middle schoolers, those clubs are more than just metal and graphite; they are a professional-grade vote of confidence in their potential. When a student stands over a ball with a real set of clubs, they aren't just \"trying out a hobby\"—they feel like golfers. This boost in self-esteem is immediately visible in their posture, their practice habits, and their willingness to take risks on the course.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our practice sessions have been completely revitalized. We are now able to provide every player on the team with a bag that fits their size and skill level, allowing our coaches to focus on swing mechanics and course management rather than scrambling to share a single set of clubs among three different students. This increased \"time on the ball\" is already yielding results. We are seeing lower scores, yes, but more importantly, we are seeing students who are learning how to handle frustration with grace and how to cheer for their teammates' successes.\r\n\r\nYour generosity extends far beyond the physical items provided. You have helped us build a bridge to the future. Golf is a \"lifetime sport,\" and by providing this equipment now, you have given these children a skill they can carry with them into high school, college, and their adult lives. You have opened doors to networking, scholarships, and a healthy lifestyle that will benefit them for decades to come.","fullyFundedDate":1763474738261,"projectUrl":"project/par-for-the-course-golf-opportunities-f/9858239/","projectTitle":"Par For The Course: Golf Opportunities For Title 1 Schools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ribaudo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1615505_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y50&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615499269221","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ribaudo"},{"teacherId":1615505,"projectId":9506199,"letterContent":"A Lasting Legacy of Support\r\n\r\nThe true value of your donation extends far beyond running events. This inflatable arch is a durable, lasting asset that will serve our school for years to come. We plan to use it as an impressive entryway for school-wide gatherings, including our annual science fair, school orientation, and even as a grand, photo-friendly backdrop for graduation ceremonies. Your support has given us a permanent fixture of school spirit and pride.\r\n\r\nEvery time this arch is inflated—whether for a marathon, a quick sprint, or a community welcome—it will serve as a glowing reminder of the incredible generosity of people like you. Your investment in our students' physical and emotional well-being will encourage thousands of children to strive for their personal best and celebrate their fitness goals.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our students and making this incredible project a reality. We are so grateful for your partnership in providing an educational experience that is truly unforgettable.","fullyFundedDate":1758636492177,"projectUrl":"project/from-start-to-finish/9506199/","projectTitle":"From Start to Finish","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ribaudo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1615505_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y50&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615499269221","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ribaudo"},{"teacherId":3198126,"projectId":8603905,"letterContent":"THANK YOU so much for your donation! We have been loving our rolling whiteboards and using them quite often. My students are constantly asking to go work on them. It has added a level of eagerness in our math class. \r\n\r\nWhen we first received our whiteboards, the kids were so SHOCKED! They automatically wanted to work. Of course, they were bragging to other kids that they got rolling whiteboards in our math class! Many kids peeped in to see it! \r\n\r\nWe of course are going to continue using it. We would love for the rest of the classes to get at least one, so that those students can also love working with their teacher and having one on one. \r\n\r\nThank you so much!!","fullyFundedDate":1731940504969,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school/8603905/","projectTitle":"Back to School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Acevedo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3198126_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723150611194","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-acevedo92"},{"teacherId":3198126,"projectId":9046383,"letterContent":"THANK YOU so much for your donation! We have been loving our kidney table and using it quite often. My students are consistently asking to go work on it. It has added a level of eagerness in our math class. \r\n\r\nWhen we first received our table, the kids were so SHOCKED! They automatically wanted to work. Of course, they were bragging to other kids that they got a whiteboard table in our math class! Many kids peeped in to see it! \r\n\r\nWe of course are going to continue using it. We would love for the rest of the classes to get one, so that those students can also love working with their teacher and having one on one. \r\n\r\nThank you so much!!","fullyFundedDate":1739366815619,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math/9046383/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Math","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Acevedo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3198126_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723150611194","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-acevedo92"},{"teacherId":3198126,"projectId":9123782,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating treats and drinks to our class. Thanks to your donation, my kiddos have treats when they are hungry. There are times, that my students come to class and get hungry, and I didn't have anything to give them. Now, I can reach into my snack closet and give something to my students. \r\n\r\n\r\nWhen my students learned about our donation, they were EXCITED but overall, GRATEFUL! They feel more safe coming to class, and having something to eat in class, when they couldn't have breakfast. \r\n\r\n\r\nI hope I can continue my donations throughout next year. 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