{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ron Watson Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":20.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10168292,"projectId":10367381,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our school through the \"WolfMart ReStock\" project! As an AVID elective teacher, my students worked incredibly hard last year as 7th graders to create this community service project that will continue to benefit our school for years to come! These materials allow us to keep our \"store\" stocked, organized, and ready for \"shoppers\". It is also important for my AVID elective students to understand the value in helping those who are less fortunate. \r\n\r\nStudents at RWMS use these resources throughout the school year as they learn, practice new skills, and work together in the classroom. For my AVID students, having the materials readily available means less time worrying about whether we have what we need for WolfMart and more time actually fulfilling orders for our students in need. Your generosity helps make our school a place where students can participate fully and feel prepared to be successful.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and in our school. Your support may seem like a simple donation of supplies, but it has a real impact on our day-to-day learning. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and for the opportunity to continue giving our students the hands-on experiences they deserve!","fullyFundedDate":1784285701600,"projectUrl":"project/wolfmart-restock/10367381/","projectTitle":"WolfMart ReStock","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Souza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10168292_orig.jpg?crop=1770,1770,x1827,y1047&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754949569584","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10168292"},{"teacherId":8159143,"projectId":10400404,"letterContent":"The supplies requested for this project will be used daily by students in Industrial Arts, Robotics, Computers, and STEM classes. Markers and colored pencils will help students brainstorm, plan, and communicate their ideas. Rulers will teach precision and accuracy during engineering and design activities. Batteries will power electronic and robotics projects, while hot glue sticks will allow students to safely assemble prototypes and models. By providing these essential classroom supplies, donors are giving every student the opportunity to participate fully in engaging, hands-on lessons that promote creativity, teamwork, critical thinking, and perseverance.","fullyFundedDate":1785520072810,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-starts-here-stem-clas/10400404/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning Starts Here: STEM Classroom Supplies for Future Innovators","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Taddei","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-taddei"},{"teacherId":8159143,"projectId":10004614,"letterContent":"From digital concepts to physical reality! Thanks to your incredible support, our new 3D printer is already empowering students to solve complex design challenges. With the 3d printer, my students are moving beyond the lectures and videos to mastering real-world engineering skills. Students are already using the printer to explore the design cycle, from initial drafting in Tinkercad to testing and refining physical prototypes; skills that will serve them long after they leave my classroom. Your support didn't just buy a printer, it opened a door to a future in STEM that many of my students never thought possible. \r\n\r\nThank you for providing the tools for our next generation of innovators.","fullyFundedDate":1768487342005,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-student-engineers-through-3d/10004614/","projectTitle":"Empowering Student Engineers Through 3D Printing Part 1","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Taddei","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-taddei"},{"teacherId":8159143,"projectId":9690948,"letterContent":"This project had a meaningful impact on student learning by giving students access to real tools and materials that allowed them to actively design, build, and test their ideas. With the STEM supplies provided, I was able to create more engaging, hands-on lessons across agriculture, automotive, engineering, and STEM/robotics classes, helping students turn creativity into real-world problem solving. Students who may not have had access to these opportunities before gained confidence, collaboration skills, and pride in their work as they saw their ideas come to life through hands on learning.","fullyFundedDate":1758882308328,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-stem-creating-building-and-i/9690948/","projectTitle":"Hands-On STEM: Creating, Building, and Innovating","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Taddei","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-taddei"},{"teacherId":8159143,"projectId":9884169,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Future Farmers of STEM: Hydroponics in the Classroom. 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Your generosity is helping students bring science to life as they explore modern agriculture through hands-on learning. Because of you, students are building responsibility, problem solving skills, and pride as they care for plants, collect data, and see the results of their efforts. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for giving our students an engaging and meaningful way to learn about sustainable food production.","fullyFundedDate":1757718552516,"projectUrl":"project/future-farmers-of-stem-hydroponics-in-t/9690931/","projectTitle":"Future Farmers of STEM: Hydroponics in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Taddei","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-taddei"},{"teacherId":8159143,"projectId":9884219,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our young woodworkers and helping make our shop a safer, better-equipped place to learn. Because of your generosity, students who have never used tools before now have the chance to build confidently, develop real world skills, and take pride in creating something with their own hands. Your support is opening doors to bigger projects, stronger craftsmanship, and a classroom full of excited, motivated learners. We are truly grateful for your investment in our students and their growth. Thank you for helping us fund our project to purchase a tabletop belt sander, hand tools, and wood shop supplies for our shop.","fullyFundedDate":1765924248273,"projectUrl":"project/stem-sanding-our-way-to-success-with-es/9884219/","projectTitle":"STEM: Sanding Our Way to Success with Essential Tools for Young Woodworkers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Taddei","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-taddei"},{"teacherId":8159143,"projectId":9690875,"letterContent":"The new sound bar has made a noticeable difference in how students learn in our shop classroom. Clear, consistent audio allows students to fully understand instructions, safety demonstrations, and educational videos, even in a busy, hands-on environment. Students are no longer straining to hear or asking for repeated directions, which helps lessons flow more smoothly and keeps everyone focused on the task at hand. This improved clarity directly supports both learning and safety, allowing students to engage more confidently with tools, projects, and STEM concepts.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is being able to clearly hear videos and demonstrations from anywhere in the room, which makes them feel more included and successful. Students who typically struggle with attention, processing auditory information, or confidence have especially benefited. Students are more engaged, they ask more thoughtful questions, and they participate more during lessons. Overall, the sound bar has created a more equitable learning environment where every student, regardless of where they are working in the shop, can hear, understand, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1757632784006,"projectUrl":"project/clear-sound-clear-learning-a-sound-bar/9690875/","projectTitle":"Clear Sound, Clear Learning: A Sound Bar for the Shop","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Taddei","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-taddei"},{"teacherId":10168292,"projectId":9573565,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your generous support of our classroom project! Thanks to you, my students now have access to new sewing supplies and financial literacy resources that are already making a huge impact. In our Family and Consumer Sciences classes, students have been using the sewing materials to create hands-on projects like stuffies, pillows and ornaments that we will hopefully enter into the Yuma County Fair this year. The excitement on their faces when they first saw the new supplies was priceless — they couldn't wait to dive in and start creating. These tools have made it possible for every student to actively participate, regardless of experience level, and to take pride in completing projects they can truly call their own.\r\n\r\nIn addition to our sewing projects, your donation also helped us expand our financial literacy curriculum with new Teachers Pay Teachers resources. We've been using interactive lessons and simulations that help students learn about budgeting, saving, and making informed spending choices. It's been inspiring to see them connect these skills to real-life situations, especially as they prepare for high school and beyond. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided not only materials, but meaningful learning experiences that build confidence, responsibility, and life skills. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their growth!","fullyFundedDate":1755521986942,"projectUrl":"project/check-the-facs-facs-classes-prepare-stu/9573565/","projectTitle":"Check the FACS! 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Our classroom is now a place where history isn't just studied—it's experienced.","fullyFundedDate":1754097828311,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-history-to-life-with-games-ha/9498580/","projectTitle":"Bringing History to Life with Games & Hands-On Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10092676_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753398425684","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-dahl-8th"},{"teacherId":7910421,"projectId":9597985,"letterContent":"On behalf of myself and my students, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of sports equipment. Your support means the world to us and will make a significant impact on our program.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our athletes will have access to new equipment, which will enhance their training and competition experience. Your contribution not only provides the necessary tools for improvement but also fosters a sense of community and teamwork among our participants.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and commitment to supporting youth sports. Your involvement helps us to inspire and empower the next generation of athletes.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support!!","fullyFundedDate":1757751291768,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-fitness/9597985/","projectTitle":"Fueling Fitness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marchant","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7910421_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y153&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644442759454","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7910421"},{"teacherId":6331818,"projectId":9114465,"letterContent":"It has been wonderful not having to worry about chromebooks being broken, uncharged, and students tripping over cables. 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They lock the cart to make sure that chromebooks are not messed with when we leave for the day. \r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of our hearts!\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\n\r\nMrs. Ruth Gonzalez and students at RWMS.","fullyFundedDate":1739677372200,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-maintain-device-organiz/9114465/","projectTitle":"Help my students maintain device organization and hazard free.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6331818_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691294912506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6331818"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_74928","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":548,"numTeachers":20,"percentFrplEligible":41,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":31,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":64,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"27.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":79.4,"schoolId":74928,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ron Watson Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ron Watson Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arizona/yuma-elementary-school-district-1/ron-watson-middle-school/74928"}