{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Springfield Public Day Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":33.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8640488,"projectId":10205327,"letterContent":"The impact that your donation has had on our school as a whole is tremendous. Your generosity has given us the opportunity to provide students and staff with much-needed school supplies, especially to students who are identified with financial insecurities. We can now fund a \"School Store\" that incentivizes good behavior and following school-wide norms. All too often we assume that students in middle school have the necessities at school or that a school has the resources to provide supplies to each student; however, the realities what students do not have access to are harsh.\r\nWe are so incredibly grateful to the donors on this project. Students are thrilled at the prospect of earning fun things like Pokemon cards, fidgets, and toys, for example. \r\n\r\nThe essential school supply selections that were donated have created a school closet to fill needed backpacks and allow students to opportunities to \"shop\" for much needed supplies. When funding is cut and students are underserviced, many times they are not afforded the same equitable access to school materials as other students around the state. You have bridged the achievement gap with your donation. \r\nWho could imagine that marginalized students with social, emotional, and behavior issues would be incentivized to come to school, but your meeting of their basic needs has changed their mindsets and allowed them to be ready to learn. I cannot begin to express to you just how simply proud we are to have the support from the generous donors on our side in this venture. The brand-new school supplies, sensory items, and prizes have brought new life to the school and have put smiles on the faces of our students who desperately need to smile as an escape from the realities of their difficult lives. You have made this happen!!","fullyFundedDate":1777993967295,"projectUrl":"project/motivating-at-risk-urban-students-with-a/10205327/","projectTitle":"Motivating At-Risk Urban Students With An Incentive-Based School Store","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dutton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8640488_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725805463117","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8640488"},{"teacherId":5790158,"projectId":10202533,"letterContent":"On behalf of our middle school students and staff, thank you for your generous donation of weighted stuffed animals. Your kindness is making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students every day.\r\nMiddle school can be a challenging time emotionally, socially, and academically. Many students experience stress, anxiety, and difficulty regulating emotions during the school day. The weighted stuffed animals you donated provide comfort, security, and emotional support for students who may be feeling overwhelmed or anxious.","fullyFundedDate":1777994132984,"projectUrl":"project/creative-comfort/10202533/","projectTitle":"Creative Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5790158_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731014975064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nurse-jess"},{"teacherId":5790158,"projectId":10190666,"letterContent":"For some students, having access to warm clothing provides more than physical comfort it also brings a sense of security, confidence, and belonging. Your donation helps ensure that students can focus on learning and participating in school activities without the distraction or worry of being cold or lacking appropriate clothing.\r\nThe sweaters you provided will help students feel more comfortable, supported, and prepared each day they walk through our doors. We are truly grateful for your generosity and commitment to helping our students thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1776434097954,"projectUrl":"project/share-the-warmth/10190666/","projectTitle":"Share the Warmth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5790158_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731014975064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nurse-jess"},{"teacherId":5790158,"projectId":10177765,"letterContent":"On behalf of our middle school students and staff, thank you for your generous donation of art supplies. Your support provides students with meaningful opportunities to express themselves creatively, build confidence, and explore new ways of learning.\r\nFrom painting and drawing to crafting and design projects, these supplies will have a lasting impact on our students throughout the school year. We have already seen students become more engaged, excited, and proud of their work as they create projects that reflect their individuality and imagination.","fullyFundedDate":1776430913744,"projectUrl":"project/self-expression-through-art/10177765/","projectTitle":"Self Expression Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5790158_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731014975064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nurse-jess"},{"teacherId":5790158,"projectId":10190589,"letterContent":"On behalf of our middle school students and staff, thank you for your generous donation of Cricut supplies and materials. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on our students in ways that extend far beyond crafting projects.\r\nFor many students, these activities offer more than just a creative outlet. They create a sense of accomplishment, encourage teamwork, and provide a calming and supportive environment where students feel successful and valued. Personalized projects, school spirit items, classroom decorations, and student-led creations have brought excitement and pride throughout our school community. We are truly grateful for your investment in our students and for helping us create opportunities that inspire creativity, connection, and confidence in our middle school learners.","fullyFundedDate":1776430912755,"projectUrl":"project/design-create-inspire-our-cricut-proj/10190589/","projectTitle":"Design, Create, Inspire: Our Cricut Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jess","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5790158_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731014975064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nurse-jess"},{"teacherId":4415464,"projectId":10031778,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in supporting this textile arts project for our students. These weaving looms have given students the opportunity to learn a new skill and use perseverance in completing a project that takes more than one Fun Friday session.\r\n\r\nMany of our students have sensory needs that can be met by tactile fine motor activities like weaving. Additionally, activities such as this give our students structured social opportunities that promote social emotional gains in our students.\r\n\r\nNot only did you fund enough looms for our Fun Friday activities, but we also have enough to offer a couple of kits as behavior incentives in our school store. This meets the needs of those students who would like to do a weaving project but chose to participate in a different activity during a Fun Friday block.\r\n\r\nOnce again, you have provided our students with much more than just weaving looms. You have provided students an opportunity to learn something new and expand their creative minds.","fullyFundedDate":1770838996566,"projectUrl":"project/creative-textile-arts-for-crafty-kids/10031778/","projectTitle":"Creative Textile Arts for Crafty Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. LaPierre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4415464_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503100343434","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4415464"},{"teacherId":10025059,"projectId":9331603,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to share how your generous support has transformed learning in our classroom. The new technology you helped fund has opened doors that our students never imagined possible.\r\n\r\nIn the past, technology played a limited role in our lessons—but now, it's woven into daily learning. Students use interactive tools to collaborate on projects, conduct research, and solve real-world problems. For example, during science lessons, they can run virtual experiments that would be impossible to recreate in our classroom, helping them grasp complex concepts through exploration and immediate feedback. This hands-on engagement has made learning not only more dynamic but also more personal—students can pace themselves and revisit lessons when needed.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students most is the interactive and creative freedom the technology gives them. They're not just reading about topics—they're building, designing, and experimenting. One group recently created a digital presentation that included their own recorded commentaries and animations, turning a traditional report into a lively multimedia story. Their pride and excitement were contagious.\r\n\r\nSome students have especially blossomed with this new technology. One quiet student who rarely spoke out in class now thrives as a design lead on group projects, honing both academic and leadership skills. Another student who struggled to stay engaged with printed materials now eagerly completes lessons using interactive literacy apps, often asking for extra time to explore new words and stories.\r\n\r\nYour donation has given our students more than equipment—it has given them confidence, curiosity, and the chance to see themselves as capable learners in a digital world. Thank you for making that possible.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,\r\nDeven Rivera\r\nParaprofessional\r\nSpringfield middle school","fullyFundedDate":1749765049940,"projectUrl":"project/help-empower-our-middle-schoolers-throug/9331603/","projectTitle":"Help Empower Our Middle Schoolers through Gym-Fitness, & Team Sports","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Deven Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10025059"},{"teacherId":8720489,"projectId":10146539,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our scooters and electric scooter for our students with IEPs, many of whom also come from low-income households. Your kindness helps ensure that all students are able to fully participate in Field Day activities, regardless of their background or access to resources. These scooters provide not only fun and excitement, but also opportunities for movement, confidence-building, and inclusion alongside their peers.\r\n\r\nWe are especially grateful that your donation helps us create an equitable and joyful experience where every student can feel included and successful. Field Day is a special event that students look forward to, and because of your support, our learners are able to participate safely, actively, and with joy. Thank you for helping us make meaningful memories and for supporting both the physical and emotional well-being of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1777993315715,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-fun-for-every-recess/10146539/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Fun for Every Recess!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gladden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8720489_orig.jpg?crop=1064,1064,x118,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664302543185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8720489"},{"teacherId":9827932,"projectId":10151155,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, *Future Scientists Science Club. Your* generosity has given our students exciting opportunities to explore science through hands-on learning and discovery. Because of your support, students are able to experiment, investigate, and build important science skills in a fun and engaging way.\r\nThe new materials have sparked curiosity, creativity, and teamwork in our classroom. Students are excited to learn, ask questions, and think like real scientists. These experiences are helping them grow in confidence and encouraging a love for science and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1776430913020,"projectUrl":"project/future-scientists-science-club/10151155/","projectTitle":"Future Scientists Science Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pagan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9827932_orig.jpg?crop=470,470,x85,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730909191018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9827932"},{"teacherId":10408149,"projectId":10047328,"letterContent":"Organizing classroom materials has a big impact on improving the classroom enviroment and helping students learn better. When materials are organized, students can easily find what they need, wich saves time and reduces distractions. It also helps create a calm and structured classroom where students feel more comfortable and focused. An organized classroom improves management because routines become easier to follow, and students can learn responsabilitys by putting materials back in the correct place. It also allows teacher to prepare activities more efficiently and spend more times teaching instead of searching for supplies.","fullyFundedDate":1776434097895,"projectUrl":"project/essential-tools-for-an-organized-classr/10047328/","projectTitle":"Essential Tools for an Organized Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vazquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10408149_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y484&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772027673435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408149"},{"teacherId":9827932,"projectId":10148429,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Chill & Chat: A Safe Space to Unwind. Your donation has helped create a calm and welcoming environment for our students. Because of your support, students now have a safe space where they can relax, talk, and manage their emotions in a positive way.\r\nThe materials and resources you provided are helping students feel more comfortable, supported, and ready to learn. This space encourages communication, social skills, and emotional growth while giving students a chance to unwind during stressful time. Thank you so much...","fullyFundedDate":1776433732115,"projectUrl":"project/chill-chat-a-safe-space-to-unwind-/10148429/","projectTitle":"“Chill & Chat: A Safe Space to Unwind” 🛋️💬💛","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pagan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9827932_orig.jpg?crop=470,470,x85,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730909191018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9827932"},{"teacherId":8640488,"projectId":10172125,"letterContent":"Sensory fidget items in the special education classroom are essential to ensure that all students are equipped with the tools necessary to sustain focus and attention on the lessons while reducing anxiety and trepidation. Sensory items have a proven effect on SPED students who are diagnosed with a multitude of disabilities, including autism and ADHD, for example. Now we have a plethora of options for our students and counselors to \"shop\" for much-needed sensory items....thanks to YOU. YOU alone have allowed us to bring these needed supplies to our school. \r\n\r\nNavigating the classroom environment can be overwhelming for SPED students with social, emotional, and behavioral diagnoses; sensory items and social skill-building tools boost their confidence and allow them the opportunity to learn like every other student, free from the challenges facing their mental health. Now the daily stresses of our students have been lessened with the addition of comfort toys and sensory items. Stress balls, plush toys, fidget spinners, etc. have had a profound impact on student learning and motivation. 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