{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Raul Yzaguirre Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":55.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5464937,"projectId":9435900,"letterContent":"We would want to thank you so much for you generous donation. The raised beds with benches and the solar fans will be part of a larger project where we are creating sitting area in our bus dismissal area and our current school garden. \r\n We have decided to plant native fast growing greens that will add green canopies in area that are covered with concrete. We hope to be able to lower the temperature in those areas by at least 10 degrees once the trees are fully grown. The fans will add an extra fresh air aspect and allow my students to see how we can operate without using energy and instead use our natural resources like our sun for solar power.","fullyFundedDate":1762027409599,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-learning-classroom/9435900/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Learning Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. N. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5464937_orig.png?crop=272,272,x0,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1671551833118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nreyes956"},{"teacherId":5464937,"projectId":9808373,"letterContent":"Upon receipt of our go pros, the students were one in disbelief that they were able to obtain resources that maybe one or two of them had seen and knew what they were, and two that there were individuals out there that cared about their method of learning. They client believe that w got funded resources that would enable them to learn in new ways and investigate and explore nature in new ways as well. They have taken those go pots and recorded everything they experience in class and outside in our school garden area. They do this in order to document in a media method. They then create virtual versions that they share with the rest of the school.","fullyFundedDate":1761780783297,"projectUrl":"project/virtual-stem/9808373/","projectTitle":"Virtual STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. N. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5464937_orig.png?crop=272,272,x0,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1671551833118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nreyes956"},{"teacherId":8953361,"projectId":9047724,"letterContent":"This project has significantly improved how my students learn, communicate, and collaborate through our esports program. While many donors may be familiar with gaming at home, esports in schools is intentionally structured to teach teamwork, strategy, communication, and problem solving. The additional gaming monitor and speakers have helped create a complete and functional setup where every student can fully participate without distractions or technical limitations.\r\n\r\nWhat has excited students most is feeling like a true team. The new monitor ensures fair and consistent gameplay for all players, while the speakers allow students to clearly hear game cues and communicate effectively during matches. This has improved focus, reaction time, and coordination, especially in team based games where communication and strategy are critical. Students are more engaged, motivated, and eager to practice because the setup now reflects a professional, organized environment.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who may not always shine in traditional academic settings have especially thrived through this technology. They have taken on leadership roles, coached teammates, and demonstrated strong communication and critical thinking skills. The improved esports setup has given them confidence, a sense of belonging, and a positive outlet to grow both socially and academically. Thanks to this project, my students are not just playing games they are learning how to work together, think strategically, and succeed as a team.","fullyFundedDate":1746786122999,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-up-enhancing-our-esports-setup/9047724/","projectTitle":"Leveling Up: Enhancing Our Esports Setup for Team Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trevino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8953361_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680306867761","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8953361"},{"teacherId":9877158,"projectId":9631423,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom project. Your generosity has truly made a difference in how my students learn and engage each day. The writing tablet has given students a way to practice problems, show their thinking, and receive immediate feedback without fear of making mistakes. This has increased participation and confidence, especially for students who were previously hesitant to share their work. The teacher mobile desk has allowed me to move freely around the room to support students individually and in small groups, making instruction more personal and effective. Highlighters have become an exciting learning tool as students mark key information, show important steps in problem-solving, and stay organized in their notes.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our classroom is a more engaging, organized, and motivating place to learn. Thank you for investing in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1765991846908,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-love-of-learning/9631423/","projectTitle":"For the Love of Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Castillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9877158"},{"teacherId":6598998,"projectId":9711450,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, my students now have the essential tools they need to stay focused and confident in the classroom. We use the pencil sharpener daily, and it has already made a noticeable difference. The students no longer struggle with dull pencils or lose learning time asking for supplies. The glue sticks have been used during hands-on projects, allowing students to create, build, and show their understanding in mathematics in engaging ways. Pencils ensure every student is prepared to participate fully, and the tissues have been especially appreciated, helping us maintain a comfortable and caring classroom environment during the winter months. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1763903070029,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-for-a-thriving-classr/9711450/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies for a Thriving Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rocha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6598998_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y24&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565224527761","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-arocha"},{"teacherId":5464937,"projectId":9414473,"letterContent":"I am writing to let you know about the impact that your donation has provided for our students at Raul Yzaguirre Middle School have been impacted tremendously through your donation to our STEM Coding Project. The students have managed to learn three different coding programs to use with the coding robots and have even figured out how to make them sumo wrestle. Our next endeavor with these robots is to purchase attachments that will allow our students to take coding to a whole new level and use them environmentally wise. We plan to code the robots to take soil sample readings as well as weekly growth readings in our campus outdoor learning garden area.","fullyFundedDate":1758689527707,"projectUrl":"project/coding-and-stem/9414473/","projectTitle":"Coding and STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. N. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5464937_orig.png?crop=272,272,x0,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1671551833118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nreyes956"},{"teacherId":9212831,"projectId":9630857,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! The new K'NEX, magnetic tiles, LEGOs, and building blocks have completely transformed our classroom. The students were beyond excited when they first saw all the colorful materials — their eyes lit up, and they immediately began brainstorming what they could build together.\r\nWe've been using these resources as part of our STEM and creative design projects, where students collaborate to plan, build, and test their own structures. One memorable moment was when a group worked together to design a \"mini city\" — complete with magnetic skyscrapers, LEGO bridges, and K'NEX vehicles! It was incredible to see their teamwork, problem-solving, and imagination come to life.\r\nAs our next step, students will be diving deeper into engineering challenges, such as building bridges that can hold weight or designing moving parts using the K'NEX kits. These materials are helping them learn through hands-on exploration, and the excitement in our classroom is contagious.\r\nThank you again for making this possible. Your support has truly sparked creativity, collaboration, and a love of learning in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1755774687960,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-their-future-with-building-mod/9630857/","projectTitle":"Exploring Their Future With Building Models.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oramas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9212831_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746638430723","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9212831"},{"teacherId":8962888,"projectId":9704240,"letterContent":"When our new human skeleton model arrived, my art students could hardly contain their excitement! They gathered around it immediately, pointing out bones and joints, amazed to see how everything connects in real life. Having a life-sized reference in the classroom has completely transformed the way they approach figure drawing. Instead of guessing proportions from photos, they can now study how the body moves, bends, and balances — it's been incredible to see their drawings become more accurate and expressive.\r\n\r\nWe've already been using the skeleton in our figure and anatomy studies, and it has become an essential tool as students prepare their competition pieces. During one lesson, they took turns posing the model and creating quick sketches from different angles. Being able to observe the skeleton up close has helped them add realistic movement and depth to their artwork. The model has even become a bit of a classroom mascot — students love working with it and often give it creative nicknames!\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using the skeleton as inspiration for both their competition entries and classroom projects, combining accurate anatomy with imaginative expression. Thanks to your generous donation, my students are not only improving their technical drawing skills but also building confidence as young artists ready to showcase their talents. Your support truly brought art to life in our classroom and is helping our students shine on a larger stage!","fullyFundedDate":1758636490790,"projectUrl":"project/bone-to-be-wild-life-size-skeleton-for/9704240/","projectTitle":"Bone to Be Wild: Life-Size Skeleton for Art Inspiration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8962888_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676430137567","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8962888"},{"teacherId":8924976,"projectId":9067340,"letterContent":"Thank you for the generous donation! We are now able to print out color copies instantly instead of waiting for our campus to do so. We are planning to use it to print out students' work as well. We also can color code certain assignments and skill strategies. Our notes for our interactive joirnals are vibrant. The students are proud to have their colorful, digital creations printouts atvthe finger tips. It has made our work easier and of course colorful. We are very appreciative. God bless you with so much more.","fullyFundedDate":1746785398306,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-in-living-color/9067340/","projectTitle":"Classroom In Living Color","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jones-Alvarado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8924976_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673493998481","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8924976"},{"teacherId":8962888,"projectId":9318212,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has access to a printer, and it has already made a big difference in how my students approach their work. Many of them are excited to begin their digital art pieces knowing that their creations can now come to life on paper. Having the ability to print their work encourages them to take risks, refine their skills, and share their art with pride. For many of my students, this is their first time seeing their digital designs physically printed, which makes the process feel more real and rewarding.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is the chance to showcase their creativity beyond the screen. Knowing their artwork can be displayed in the classroom, around the school, and even submitted to competitions has motivated more students to get started on their digital projects. I've seen students who were once hesitant to try digital art now dive in with confidence, eager to see their work printed and shared with others.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only provided us with a valuable tool but has also inspired my students to dream bigger and believe in their abilities. Thank you for helping us continue our legacy of creativity and giving my students the opportunity to see their ideas come to life.","fullyFundedDate":1756849769787,"projectUrl":"project/from-screen-to-showcase-printing-studen/9318212/","projectTitle":"From Screen to Showcase: Printing Student Creations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8962888_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676430137567","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8962888"},{"teacherId":9212831,"projectId":9320964,"letterContent":"The end of the year project was a great success. The students were able to create a memory of what they accomplished this year and hopefully they will be taking this tradition on to other years to see their growth.\r\nWhen they supplies arrived most students were confused about where it came from so I went ahead and showed them the post I had made and that it had been funded. \r\nThese students went on to the next year but the next set of students will still be impacted by the donation that was made. They will have a brand new sharpener, chargers for their laptops if they forgot it at home and they will also have plugs close enough that they aren't separated from their group each time someone is out of battery.","fullyFundedDate":1746785919498,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-the-year-project/9320964/","projectTitle":"End of the Year Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oramas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9212831_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746638430723","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9212831"},{"teacherId":9683331,"projectId":8668556,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude to you for your incredibly generous donation of the air purifier for my classroom. Your thoughtful contribution will make a world of difference for my students and create a healthier and more comfortable learning environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nWith the air purifier in place, I can ensure that my classroom is a safe space for both focused learning and well-being. It's not just about cleaner air, it's a reminder of the kindness and support that surrounds us, and that makes all the difference in a student's educational journey.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support. You've made a lasting impact on my classroom, and I'm truly grateful for your contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1734205105716,"projectUrl":"project/a-clean-and-safe-learning-environment/8668556/","projectTitle":"A Clean and Safe Learning Environment!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Soto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9683331"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_9253","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":782,"numTeachers":58,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":99,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":44.9,"schoolId":9253,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Raul Yzaguirre Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Raul Yzaguirre Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/pharr-san-juan-alamo-independent-school-district/san-juan-middle-school/9253"}