{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Selbyville Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":52.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3714912,"projectId":9828621,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, the Student Support Suite at Selbyville Middle School has become an even more welcoming and calming space for our students. The addition of weighted animal buddies, fidgets, and other sensory tools has transformed the way we help students regulate their emotions, reconnect with learning, and return to class ready to succeed.\r\n\r\nOur students use these tools throughout the day as part of their individualized regulation strategies. The weighted animal buddies have become a key part of our grounding routine—students settle into a quiet corner, choose a weighted companion, and take a few minutes to breathe, reset, and prepare for their next class. The fidgets and sensory items are used during check-ins, small-group sessions, and transition periods to help students manage stress and focus their attention.\r\n\r\nThese sensory supports have strengthened our ongoing work on self-regulation skills and emotional literacy. As we continue our unit on identifying stress signals and choosing healthy coping strategies, students are now able to practice with real tools that make those strategies effective. Our next step is helping students track which sensory items work best for them so they can build personalized \"toolkits\" they can use both in our suite and in their classrooms.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a true difference in the daily lives of our students. You didn't just provide materials—you gave our students comfort, confidence, and the tools they need to thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our kids and in the work we do every day.","fullyFundedDate":1760659697595,"projectUrl":"project/student-support-suite/9828621/","projectTitle":"Student Support Suite","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3714912_orig.jpg?crop=3840,3840,x1017,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606133610409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/burr"},{"teacherId":1561255,"projectId":9856009,"letterContent":"First, Thank You soo much for your generous donation of much needed art supplies such as Sharpies, linoleum blocks, and embroidery floss. These items have transformed the creative possibilities in my middle school art classroom. With these materials, students suddenly had access to tools that encouraged experimentation, personal expression, and hands-on engagement. Many of my students had never used permanent markers for artistic purposes, carved their own block prints, or explored basic textile arts. These supplies opened the door to experiences they wouldn't otherwise have had.\r\nThe Sharpies immediately energized our drawing and design units. Students used them to practice line variation, create bold illustrations, and add vibrant details to mixed-media projects. The linoleum blocks allowed us to introduce printmaking—an art form that feels both exciting and empowering to young artists. Students practiced carving safely, planned their designs with intention, and were thrilled to see their images printed multiple times. The embroidery floss supported lessons in fiber arts, helping students develop patience, fine-motor skills, and a sense of craft as they stitched colorful creations such as stuffed monsters.\r\nMost importantly, these materials helped build confidence and joy in the art room. Students who are often hesitant became more willing to take creative risks because they had high-quality, inspiring tools to work with. Collaborative projects became more meaningful, and conversations about design, culture, and craftsmanship deepened. Your donation didn't just supply materials—it expanded what art could look like for my students and allowed them to create work they are genuinely proud of. Thank you for making such a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1761527635451,"projectUrl":"project/keep-creating/9856009/","projectTitle":"Keep Creating!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1561255_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507070812685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1561255"},{"teacherId":5261149,"projectId":9860824,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our band program! The arrival of our new Manhasset music stands made an immediate and exciting impact in our classroom. When my students walked in and saw the sturdy, matching stands lined up and ready for them, their faces lit up. Many of them said it made them feel \"more like a real band,\" and that pride showed in how they sat up taller, focused more intently, and played with a level of confidence we hadn't seen before.\r\n\r\nWe are already using the stands every day to strengthen our music literacy. With clear visibility of their music and stable stands that don't wobble or slide, students are able to focus more on reading rhythms, following phrasing, and tracking their parts in ensemble music. One specific moment that stood out was during a sight-reading exercise—students were noticeably more engaged and successful at staying together because they were all able to see their music clearly and adjust quickly.\r\n\r\nWe are now preparing for our upcoming performance, and these stands are helping us rehearse with consistency and care. The students are learning how to listen to each other, watch the conductor, and take ownership of the music they are bringing to life. These stands have given us not just equipment, but confidence, structure, and a stronger musical foundation that will continue to grow throughout the year.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and belief in my students. Your support truly made a meaningful difference!","fullyFundedDate":1761613287106,"projectUrl":"project/strong-stands-strong-readers-building/9860824/","projectTitle":"Strong Stands, Strong Readers: Building Music Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Riepen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5261149_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526076837228","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/riepen"},{"teacherId":9842586,"projectId":8953368,"letterContent":"Your contribution has helped bring real books into the classroom. Students will be able to dive into our memoir unit. \r\n\r\nWhen our new memoir books arrived, my students were beyond excited to dive into stories that felt real and relatable. We're using these resources to explore our memoir unit reading mentor texts to see how real authors use voice, reflection, and emotion to tell their stories. Each student is selecting a memoir that speaks to them personally, and we're using these books as inspiration for writing our own short memoirs.","fullyFundedDate":1735326507404,"projectUrl":"project/students-need-to-be-able-to-learn-how-th/8953368/","projectTitle":"Students Need to Be Able to Learn How They Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9842586"},{"teacherId":1561255,"projectId":7969306,"letterContent":"Creating a safe, functional, and inclusive seating environment in a middle school art room has a profound impact on both learning and student well-being. In an art classroom, where creativity and hands-on activities are at the core of daily instruction, the physical environment plays a major role in fostering engagement, focus, and confidence. Safe seating arrangements ensure that all students—regardless of ability, comfort needs, or behavioral differences—can fully participate in the creative process while minimizing distractions and safety risks.\r\n\r\nMiddle school students are at an age where physical and emotional development varies greatly. Some students may need extra space to move comfortably or to spread out their art materials, while others may require sturdy, stable seating to feel secure as they work with tools like scissors, clay, or paint. Having safe, age-appropriate, and well-maintained chairs and tables creates a foundation for learning where students can focus on their art instead of worrying about their physical comfort or safety. Broken, unstable, or mismatched furniture can lead to accidents, discomfort, or even anxiety, which can interfere with creativity and collaboration. By providing reliable seating, teachers can promote a sense of order and calm that allows students to concentrate and take creative risks without distraction.\r\n\r\nThe art classroom is often a sanctuary for middle school students—a place where they can express themselves freely and discover their voice through creative work. When the environment feels safe and thoughtfully designed, students are more likely to take creative risks, experiment with new techniques, and share their ideas openly. A stable seating setup communicates to students that their comfort, safety, and learning are valued. This message of care builds trust and enhances their overall engagement with the subject.\r\n\r\nUltimately, safe seating is not just about physical furniture—it's about creating the conditions for artistic growth and emotional security. By investing in safe and functional seating for the art room, we are investing in students' ability to learn, collaborate, and express themselves in meaningful ways. A well-equipped, safe classroom helps transform the art room into a true creative haven—one that supports curiosity, innovation, and confidence for every young artist who enters.","fullyFundedDate":1707046596771,"projectUrl":"project/safe-seating/7969306/","projectTitle":"Safe Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1561255_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507070812685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1561255"},{"teacherId":5261390,"projectId":9188892,"letterContent":"These flexible seating options have been absolutely amazing for my students. Many of them struggle to sit in a traditional type of seat for hours a day and are able to concentrate much more when being able to move their body during instruction. With your support, I was able to purchase stools and bouncy balls which students dash to get to claim as soon as they walk through the door.\r\n\r\nWords can't express how grateful I am for your support of my classroom and students. Telling the students that people they don't even know donated their money to give these cool seats to them has really ensured they treat the seats with care and respect. \r\n\r\nWith sincere thanks,\r\nMrs. Bare's class","fullyFundedDate":1745962184927,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seats-and-tools-to-engage-my-st/9188892/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seats and Tools to Engage My Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bare","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5261390_orig.png?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742596542080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261390"},{"teacherId":1925692,"projectId":9244257,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom is running smoother and more efficiently than ever!\r\n\r\nWhen the new supplies—our much-needed pencil sharpener, pencils, and glue sticks—arrived, my students were so excited. It might seem simple, but having fresh pencils ready to go and glue sticks that actually work has made a big difference in our daily routines. One student said, \"Now I don't have to borrow a pencil every day!\" It was a small but powerful reminder of how essential these supplies are to their learning experience.\r\n\r\nWe use these materials constantly. The new pencil sharpener has been a game changer—quiet, fast, and reliable. Students are more independent and responsible now, keeping their pencils sharp and ready without waiting in long lines or struggling with broken sharpeners. The glue sticks are a staple during interactive notebook activities and creative projects, like our recent math foldables for solving one-step equations. Everything stays together neatly, which helps students stay organized and focused.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students can focus more on learning and less on searching for basic supplies. Your support may seem simple, but it's had a big impact on our classroom environment and student confidence.\r\n\r\nNext up, we'll be using these tools as we continue our work with algebraic expressions and interactive math journals. Your donation ensures my students have what they need to fully participate and succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1746738951567,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics/9244257/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Grise","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1925692_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510507357367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1925692"},{"teacherId":9112763,"projectId":8976649,"letterContent":"I once again wanted to say thank you for donating to my Lego project. I have made connections with current students and past student. I actually had a past student take the castle and complete it for me. They did an outstanding job completing this project. \r\n\r\nThe students love looking around at the landmarks in the classroom and learning about them especially when they are in the news. One of our great teachers in the building are going to take the Legos and use them as the theme of the 8th grade dance this year which are places around the world. He is actually going to build plexiglass display cases to have in various places of the dance. \r\n\r\nThanks again for the donation.","fullyFundedDate":1736972098430,"projectUrl":"project/lego-world-4/8976649/","projectTitle":"LEGO World #4","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clausen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9112763"},{"teacherId":1925692,"projectId":8686389,"letterContent":"It has been incredible to see the impact of the new resources in my classroom! One of the most exciting moments was when my students used them for a hands-on percentage activity. They worked through real-world scenarios, determining the whole when given a part and percent. The dry erase markers with long division and multiplication formats helped them set up and solve problems with ease, while multiplication charts provided quick reference points. Using lined paper and highlighters, they organized their steps and highlighted key information, reinforcing their understanding. \r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with curiosity and enthusiasm. Many were excited to use the dry erase markers and multiplication charts, commenting on how much easier math felt with these tools. One student even said, \"I finally get it!\"—a moment that truly showcased the impact of these resources. \r\n\r\nNext, we will build on these concepts by applying percentage skills to real-life budgeting and shopping scenarios. Students will use index cards to create flashcards with percentage problems, work in teams using storage bags to organize their steps, and apply their skills in a budgeting project where they calculate discounts, tax, and final costs. 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