{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rochelle Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":32.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10388832,"projectId":10435835,"letterContent":"🌟 Thank You for Helping My Special Education Students Shine!\r\n\r\nHave you ever watched a child accomplish something they once thought was impossible? As a special education teacher, I am blessed to witness moments like these, and I wish I could share every single one of them with you!\r\n\r\nWhen I created our project, \"Help My Special Education Students Shine,\"my hope was simple: to give my students more opportunities to experience success, feel confident in their abilities, and enjoy coming to school each day. Thanks to your generosity, that hope is becoming a reality!\r\n\r\nOur students have truly enjoyed their new classroom resources! They have brought fresh excitement into our daily routines and given our children more opportunities to explore, participate, and learn in ways that meet their individual needs.\r\n\r\nOne of the things I love most about teaching my students is that they remind me every day that progress doesn't always happen in big, noticeable ways. Sometimes progress is a student completing an activity with less assistance, participating when they normally hesitate, communicating what they need, or proudly showing me something they accomplished.\r\n\r\nAnd when those moments happen, you better believe we celebrate!\r\n\r\nMy classroom is filled with children who have so much personality, determination, and potential. They may need different levels of support, but they are capable of so much when given the right tools, patience, and encouragement.\r\n\r\nYour donation helped us create more opportunities for those special moments.\r\n\r\nWe will continue using these resources to strengthen academic skills, encourage independent learning, develop communication, and help our students become more confident in themselves. My greatest hope is that every child who walks through my classroom door leaves knowing they are important, capable, and worthy of success.\r\n\r\nI often tell my students how proud I am of them, but today I want to tell **YOU** how grateful I am for the difference you've made.\r\n\r\nYou may never meet the children you've helped, but please know that your kindness is felt in our classroom. It's reflected in their excitement, their willingness to try, their growing confidence, and those beautiful moments when they realize just how much they can accomplish.\r\n\r\nYou helped give my students something that cannot be measured by a price tag: the opportunity to believe in themselves.\r\n\r\nThank you for choosing our classroom, supporting our vision, and helping me remind my students that their abilities are greater than their challenges.\r\nEvery child deserves a chance to shine, and because of you, our stars are shining a little brighter!** 🌟\r\n\r\nWith sincere gratitude and a very proud teacher's heart,\r\nMrs. Walton & the Incredible Students of Room 155❤️\r\n\r\nRochelle Middle School","fullyFundedDate":1787585262185,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-special-education-students-shine/10435835/","projectTitle":"Help My Special Education Students Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10388832_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786114304973","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10388832"},{"teacherId":10388832,"projectId":10480331,"letterContent":"❤️ A Heartfelt Thank You for Supporting \"Read and Dance for EC Kids!\"\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU for helping bring our Read and Dance for EC Kids project to life!\r\n\r\nAs a teacher in a self-contained Exceptional Children's classroom, I have the privilege of working with some of the most amazing children. Each of my students learns differently, communicates differently, and celebrates success in their own special way. One thing they all share is the desire to have fun, feel included, and experience the joy of learning.\r\n\r\nOur kids have absolutely loved using their new resources! Seeing their faces light up as we bring reading, music, and movement together has been such a blessing. Watching them enjoy a story, move to the music, smile, laugh, and participate in their own unique ways reminds me why I love what I do.\r\n\r\nFor some of my students, participating in a group activity is a major accomplishment. For others, it's recognizing a word, following a direction, expressing themselves through movement, or simply finding the confidence to join in. These are the moments that may seem small to others, but in our classroom, they are HUGE victories!\r\n\r\nYour generosity has allowed us to make learning more exciting, interactive, and meaningful. We are continuing to build on these experiences by incorporating reading, music, and movement into our daily lessons while strengthening communication, social interaction, confidence, and independence.\r\n\r\nWhat touches my heart the most is knowing that people like you believe in my students. You saw a classroom full of children with different abilities and chose to invest in their happiness, growth, and future.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just help us purchase classroom resources. You helped create smiles, laughter, learning opportunities, and memories that our students will carry with them.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the opportunity to experience learning in ways that work best for them. Thank you for believing that every child deserves to feel included, celebrated, and successful.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, thank you for reminding our little classroom family that there are wonderful people cheering us on.\r\n\r\nBecause of YOU, our kids aren't just reading and dancing — they're learning, growing, building confidence, and shining in their own beautiful ways! ❤️\r\n\r\nWith all my heart, thank you for making a difference, one smile, one story, and one dance at a time!\r\n\r\nWith love and heartfelt appreciation,\r\n\r\nMs. Walton & Our Amazing EC Kids ❤️\r\n\r\nRochelle Middle School","fullyFundedDate":1787585148258,"projectUrl":"project/read-and-dance-for-ec-kids/10480331/","projectTitle":"Read and Dance for EC Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10388832_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786114304973","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10388832"},{"teacherId":10388832,"projectId":10620798,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, I want to say THANK YOU to each and every donor who helped make this project possible for my students!\r\n\r\nTeaching in a self-contained Exceptional Children's classroom has taught me that some of the greatest victories come from the smallest moments. Every smile, every new skill learned, every moment of independence, and every little breakthrough means the world to us.\r\n\r\nOur kids have truly enjoyed using their new resources! Seeing the excitement on their faces and watching them become more engaged in learning has been such a blessing. They love having materials that make learning fun, hands-on, and meaningful. What may seem like a simple classroom resource to someone else can open a whole new world of possibilities for one of my students.\r\n\r\nMy students all learn differently, and each one brings something special to our classroom. Some need extra encouragement, some need hands-on support, and others are working hard to accomplish things that many people take for granted. But one thing they all have in common is that **they deserve every opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.**\r\n\r\nWe are continuing to use these wonderful resources in our daily lessons, small-group activities, and individualized learning experiences. Our goal is to help each student become more confident, independent, and proud of what they can accomplish.\r\n\r\nAs their teacher, there is nothing more rewarding than watching a student realize, *\"I can do this!\"* Those are the moments that make everything worthwhile.\r\n\r\n**You didn't just donate materials. You gave my students opportunities, confidence, joy, and a reason to be excited about learning.**\r\n\r\nThank you for seeing the potential in my students, for believing in them, and for helping me give them the classroom experience they deserve. Please know that your kindness has touched our hearts and made a real difference in our little classroom family.\r\n\r\n**With love, gratitude, and appreciation,**\r\n\r\nMs. Walton & Our Amazing EC Students ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1793801141232,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-ec-students-to-prosper/10620798/","projectTitle":"Snacks for EC Students to Prosper","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10388832_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786114304973","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10388832"},{"teacherId":10596174,"projectId":10505245,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring a much needed laminator to our school. This project has already made a difference by giving teachers access to a resource we can use to create and protect instructional materials, classroom resources, signs, student activities, and materials that can be used again and again.\r\n\r\nHaving a laminator available within our school allows teachers to preserve materials instead of constantly recreating or replacing them. More importantly, it gives us another way to create engaging, hands on resources for our students. From classroom learning materials to resources used throughout the school, your support has provided something that benefits more than one classroom and will continue serving our students and teachers for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our school and providing a resource that will continue making an impact long after this project is complete. We truly appreciate your generosity and support of our students and staff.","fullyFundedDate":1787585580868,"projectUrl":"project/make-learning-last-a-laminator-for-our/10505245/","projectTitle":"Make Learning Last: A Laminator for Our School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10596174_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786816502865","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10596174"},{"teacherId":10596174,"projectId":10495909,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping make our media center more than just a place to check out books. Because of your support, my students now have a space where they can create, think, relax, and enjoy activities outside of their regular classroom routine. The materials from this project have helped me begin creating the welcoming media center environment I envisioned for our students.\r\n\r\nStudents have been able to use these resources during their time in the media center, including opportunities to work independently, be creative, and take a break from their normal academic routine. Having these options has helped me provide students with different ways to engage with the media center and has made the space feel more inviting and student centered.\r\n\r\nAs we continue rebuilding our media center program, these resources will continue to be available for students throughout the school year. Thank you for investing in our students and helping me create a space where they can learn, create, and recharge. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in what I am able to offer them.","fullyFundedDate":1787585413269,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-books-a-place-to-create-thi/10495909/","projectTitle":"Beyond the Books: A Place to Create, Think and Recharge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10596174_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786816502865","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10596174"},{"teacherId":10372556,"projectId":10323094,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous gift of a television for my middle school physical education class. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in the way I am able to teach and engage my students.\r\n\r\nThe television has become a valuable tool in our PE classroom. It allows me to provide students with visual demonstrations of exercises, sports skills, fitness activities, and proper movement techniques. Being able to see these skills demonstrated helps students better understand what they are learning and gives them a clear example to follow.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the TV has increased student engagement. My students are excited to use the technology during class, and it has helped create a more interactive and enjoyable learning environment. It also allows me to introduce students to different activities, fitness concepts, and healthy lifestyle choices in ways that capture their attention and encourage participation.\r\n\r\nYour donation has provided more than just a piece of equipment—it has given my students another opportunity to learn, move, grow, and enjoy physical education. I am incredibly grateful for your support of my classroom and for investing in the education and well-being of my students.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make a positive impact on our PE program and for believing in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1782744631204,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-fitness-to-life-for-every-stude/10323094/","projectTitle":"Bringing Fitness to Life for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10372556"},{"teacherId":9608247,"projectId":9794219,"letterContent":"Many of our donors use technology at home for streaming shows, gaming, or staying connected with family and friends. In school—especially in Physical Education—technology serves a very different purpose. The new TV allows us to visually model skills, strategies, and routines in ways that are clear and engaging. Instead of only hearing instructions, students can see proper form for stretches, drills, and sport-specific techniques. We can pause, replay, and break down movements step by step. This visual learning is especially helpful for students who learn best by seeing and doing. It has improved understanding, increased confidence, and helped students practice more safely and effectively.\r\nWhat's most exciting to students is seeing themselves grow. We can display fitness challenges, timers, movement sequences, and interactive workout videos that keep them motivated and focused. They love when we project skill demonstrations or short clips that connect to the sport we're learning. The TV also allows us to celebrate student achievements by showcasing team goals, progress charts, and even photos from class activities. It brings energy and a sense of importance to our gym space.\r\nSeveral students have especially warmed to this new technology. Our more reserved students, who might hesitate to participate, feel more confident after watching demonstrations and understanding expectations clearly. Students who struggle with coordination benefit from being able to observe and mirror movements at their own pace. We've also seen strong leadership emerge—students volunteer to demonstrate skills alongside what's shown on the screen, helping peers and building teamwork.\r\nThis generous donation has transformed how we teach and how students experience Physical Education. It's not just a TV—it's a tool that makes learning more visible, inclusive, and inspiring. We are so grateful for the support that is helping our students move, grow, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1762266274603,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-fitness-to-life-for-every-stude/9794219/","projectTitle":"Bringing Fitness to Life for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lofton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9608247_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722959030395","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9608247"},{"teacherId":9608247,"projectId":9509771,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our PE and Health classroom. Thanks to your kindness, we now have a new printer, a surge protector with multiple outlets, and phone organizers that are already making a huge impact on our students' learning and daily routines.\r\nWhile many people use technology at home, its role in a physical education and health setting is a little different. In our classroom, technology helps students learn to take ownership of their goals, track their progress, and explore real-world health and fitness content. The new printer allows students to print fitness logs, goal-tracking sheets, health projects, and reflection assignments so they can literally see and take home their hard work. Making learning visible encourages accountability and pride in their growth.\r\nThe surge protector makes it possible to keep multiple devices powered safely while we use instructional videos, student research stations, and online fitness platforms. It may seem simple, but having reliable outlets ensures we can keep heart rate monitors charged, laptops running, and health resources accessible without interruption.\r\nThe phone organizers have been a game changer. In PE and health classes, movement and engagement are essential, and phones can easily become a distraction. Now, students have a clear, consistent place to store them, helping us promote responsible decision-making and fully present participation. Students have told me they feel more focused and energized in class because they're less tempted to check their screens.\r\nOne student who usually struggled to stay engaged now takes great pride in printing his weekly fitness plan from the classroom printer. Another student who was constantly distracted by her phone now places it in the organizer first thing without being asked and has been participating more in group activities. These small changes add up—and have strengthened our classroom culture in ways that truly matter.\r\nYour support has helped us create a safer, more organized, and more intentional learning space where students are encouraged to take control of their physical and mental well-being. We could not do this without you, and we are so grateful for your generosity.\r\nThank you for investing not only in technology, but in lifelong habits of health, focus, and responsibility.","fullyFundedDate":1758202814264,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-habits-start-in-a-healthy-space/9509771/","projectTitle":"Healthy Habits Start in a Healthy Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lofton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9608247_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722959030395","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9608247"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_3021","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":503,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":86,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":5,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"19.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":67.9,"schoolId":3021,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Rochelle Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Rochelle Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/lenoir-county-public-schools/rochelle-middle-school/3021"}