{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Shue - Medill Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":39.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10050641,"projectId":9568764,"letterContent":"With the donations to my CLEAN LEARNING project, I can keep my students healthy by wiping down desks and shared markers. The goal is to reduce the spread of germs as much as possible. I put papers in the plastic page protectors which I also wipe down. I use less paper since I can use the page protectors. \r\n I was excited when I got the package and I get excited with each use. I know that I'm helping my students. I wholeheartedly acknowledge that the donation was essential to my classroom and I am very grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1766611336210,"projectUrl":"project/clean-learning/9568764/","projectTitle":"Clean Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. B.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10050641_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754237145510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10050641"},{"teacherId":10326027,"projectId":9867133,"letterContent":"Thank you to our generous donors for making this project possible! The materials have already made a real difference in our classroom and community.\r\n\r\nWe proudly used the Chinese cultural items during our district's promotion of the immersion program at CACC's Spring Festival. The poster stand has become part of our daily routine, especially as we prepare for the STAMP test. It helps me clearly display vocabulary, writing models, and strategies so students feel more organized and confident.\r\n\r\nThe rug has turned into a favorite comfort corner. Students love using it for independent work, and it creates a calm space that supports focus and reduces stress.\r\n\r\nThese resources are not just materials — they are helping students feel proud, prepared, and supported every day. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1762040436725,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-culturally-rich-environment-i/9867133/","projectTitle":"Building a Culturally Rich Environment in the Chinese Immersion Program","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Li","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10326027"},{"teacherId":9321139,"projectId":9834231,"letterContent":"These materials have been used across my MLL Academic Skills sections — small groups of middle schoolers who are building their English reading skills while simultaneously tackling grade-level content. Finding resources that meet them where they are, without feeling juvenile or condescending, is genuinely hard. These did.\r\n\r\nHow we're using them: The Context Clues Task Cards have become one of our most-used tools. We've returned to them multiple times throughout the year — in partner work, small-group rotations, and as a warm-up before diving into longer texts. The cards give students a concrete, repeatable strategy: look at the sentence, find the clues, make your best inference about the word's meaning. That thinking transfers directly into the Nonfiction Comprehension Cards, where students apply the same strategy to real informational text — pausing on unfamiliar words, rereading, working it out — instead of stopping cold or skipping over. The comprehension cards have added structured practice with the kinds of questions students face on standardized assessments, and the vocabulary strategy they built with the task cards makes that work more accessible.\r\n\r\nHow students reacted: There was no fanfare — and honestly, that was the best possible sign. Students picked up the materials and got to work. For multilingual learners navigating a new language and a new school system, that kind of quiet confidence matters. The materials felt approachable enough to try and challenging enough to be worth trying.\r\n\r\nWhat's next: We're building directly on this foundation. Using the Hi-Lo Nonfiction Passages, students are now working on making inferences and drawing conclusions — moving from \"what does this word mean?\" to \"what is the author not saying directly, and how do I figure that out?\" The next step is translating those inferences into written narrative responses, putting their thinking on the page in their own words. One unexpected gift of this project was what it led me to discover along the way: while searching for a replacement for an out-of-stock item, I found The Essential 25: Teaching the Vocabulary That Makes or Breaks Student Understanding — a resource that wasn't part of my original project but that is now shaping how I teach the words students need most. The vocabulary that shows up everywhere, across every subject, that once owned unlocks so much more. Donors Choose didn't just fund materials — it funded a moment of professional discovery that will keep giving.\r\n\r\nThis project gave my students tools they'll keep using. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1760808748419,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-reading-success-for-every-lear/9834231/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Reading Success for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hitchings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9321139_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760586476244","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9321139"},{"teacherId":9250218,"projectId":9825916,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made an immediate and meaningful impact on our classroom, and we are deeply grateful for your support of our students' STEM literacy journey. Students are using the materials to explore real-world science and engineering challenges, build academic vocabulary, and practice critical thinking skills. These tools have created interactive experiences where students read, question, experiment, and reflect like true scientists and engineers.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in the room was unforgettable. Students eagerly gathered around, asking questions and volunteering to be the first to explore the new tools and texts. Your donation has not only provided essential materials—it has inspired enthusiasm, sparked deeper engagement, and empowered our students to see themselves as capable STEM learners. \r\n\r\nThank you for believing in their potential and investing in their future. We at Shue Medill Middle School appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1760627643719,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-up-literacy-with-steam/9825916/","projectTitle":"Leveling Up Literacy with STEAM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. G","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9250218_orig.png?crop=733,733,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693846462451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9250218"},{"teacherId":9904212,"projectId":9854807,"letterContent":"We have been using the new math literacy resources during small group time and whole class lessons. The hands-on materials and real-life word problems have helped my students better understand what we are learning. One special moment was during a budgeting activity where students used play money and store ads to plan a small classroom party. They had to add prices, compare deals, and stay within a budget. Many of my 6th grade special education students were more confident because they could see how math connects to real life. It was wonderful to see them explaining their thinking and helping each other.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were excited. The colorful pages and interactive pieces made math feel less scary and more fun. Instead of feeling nervous, they were curious and ready to try. Some students even said it felt like \"real world math\" instead of regular worksheets. This helped lower their anxiety and made them more willing to participate. The headphones are essential to my group of students. Most material is read aloud to them and now they each have the opportunity to use that accommodation. A game changer! My students love playing the math games. They don't even think they're learning or working, just playing. \r\n\r\nThanks to our donors, my students are building stronger math skills and more confidence every day.","fullyFundedDate":1761486092307,"projectUrl":"project/math-literacy-for-all-learners/9854807/","projectTitle":"Math Literacy for All Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Paris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9904212"},{"teacherId":7654957,"projectId":9843243,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting literacy in our math classroom! \r\n\r\nWe have been using the whiteboards to practice communicating and recording our work, using notecards and sticky notes to organize our ideas and thoughts before finalizing answers, and using poster board to display our knowledge of new concepts.\r\n\r\nBoth general education and special students have benefited from these materials and have shown tremendous growth with their use in the classroom.\r\n\r\nOur students are excited to continue using the materials in our classroom this year!","fullyFundedDate":1762187948433,"projectUrl":"project/math-literacy/9843243/","projectTitle":"Math Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brady","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7654957"},{"teacherId":7753158,"projectId":9843321,"letterContent":"I want to thank those that donated money for my students to enjoy their comfortable seating. They enjoy reading with out needing to sit in a seat attached to a desk. They love sitting in the blue seats around the classroom. They do, sometimes use these seats on the desk seat to make it more comfortable. I did not even think about using them in this way. I love seeing the creative way my students use their new seats.\r\n\r\nIt is also a great thing that the cover can come off and be washed. I had to do this early on. It was a little complicated to put it back on but well worth it for my students to be comfortably sitting and reading. I am looking forward to using these for the rest of the year as well as for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1762267534683,"projectUrl":"project/reading-with-comfort/9843321/","projectTitle":"Reading With Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cressman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7753158_orig.jpg?crop=1075,1075,x422,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761582589391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7753158"},{"teacherId":10325882,"projectId":9850776,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your support and dedication to promoting literacy. Your commitment to helping others develop the ability to read and write has made a meaningful difference in so many lives, including mine.\r\nLiteracy is more than just the ability to recognize words on a page—it is the foundation of learning, confidence, and opportunity. Because of your efforts, doors have opened to new knowledge, creativity, and personal growth. The gift of literacy empowers individuals to pursue their dreams, participate fully in their communities, and build brighter futures.\r\nYour patience, encouragement, and belief in the power of education inspire those around you every day. Whether through teaching, mentoring, donating books, or advocating for learning programs, your contributions truly matter.\r\nThank you for investing your time and energy into something so life-changing. Your dedication to literacy not only strengthens individuals but also enriches our entire community.\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1762193516872,"projectUrl":"project/the-importance-of-social-and-emotional-l/9850776/","projectTitle":"The Importance of Social and Emotional Literacy in Middle School","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Crumlish","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10325882"},{"teacherId":10312079,"projectId":9828878,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my middle school kids now have a safe and welcoming environment where students can focus on both learning and emotional growth. The bean bag chair now serves as our calm corner where students can pause, reflect, or reset when emotions feel overwhelming. The used of seats pads are uiltized o promote enaggement for the specifc kids that needed prefrential seating. The SEL workbooks and instructional books guide our weekly community circles, helping students build vocabulary for their feelings, practice empathy, and problem-solve real social situations they experience daily. Fidgets are used during discussions and independent work to help students stay focused and engaged.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, students were immediately excited — but also curious. Many asked if the space was truly meant for them, and once they realized it was, they eagerly began exploring the books and trying the calming tools. One powerful moment occurred when a student who usually shuts down during frustration asked to use the calm corner, practiced a breathing strategy from our SEL lesson, and used a fidget to conduct more conversation on better ways to approach difficult situations. For middle schoolers, that level of self-awareness is huge.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to utilze these skills in real life everyday scenarios. Your support is helping students not only manage their emotions, but also become leaders who help others do the same","fullyFundedDate":1763646728954,"projectUrl":"project/promoting-students-build-on-their-social/9828878/","projectTitle":"Promoting Students Build on Their Social/ Emotional Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carrier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10312079"},{"teacherId":10328385,"projectId":9855531,"letterContent":"For a very long time I've wanted to create a cozy corner for my readers. I've never had the space or the funds, but everything has changed with donors choose! \r\n\r\nMy kids fight over (in a friendly way) the beanbags and others ask to lay on the carpet to read! It's been such a hit! I finally have reluctant readers anxious to take part in silent reading so that they can sit on the beanbags and have a special place for just them and their book.\r\n\r\nThank you for your support. We really appreciate it! You are welcome to join us at any time and see how much of an impact you've had on our reading goals in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1761492328556,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corner-for-reading/9855531/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corner for Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brady","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10328385"},{"teacherId":10318124,"projectId":9842257,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my project, Collaboration in Middle School Math. Your generosity allowed for my 8th grade classroom to grow into a space built on communication, collaboration, and community. \r\n\r\nMy students have been enthusastic to get out of their seats and collaboratively work on the mobile whiteboards and use the standing desks. The standing desks and mobile whiteboards have allowed students to work together on problem-solving tasks, talk through their math thinking, and support one another's learning. These tools have strengthened math fluency and teamwork, making a lasting impact every day.\r\n\r\nMy students have also benefitted from the use of the classroom set of heaphones that have allowed them to focus on instructional videos, independent classroom tasks, and have the extra auditory assistance without disrupting others.","fullyFundedDate":1760915904601,"projectUrl":"project/collaboration-in-middle-school-math/9842257/","projectTitle":"Collaboration in Middle School Math","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Faust","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10318124"},{"teacherId":10312301,"projectId":9829361,"letterContent":"We all cannot thank you enough for your support!!! We have now been able to engage in new, multi-sensory interventions that support various students across their school experience. Furthermore, where their emerging skills are promoted, their overall school experience is also promoted. This specifically occurred with an increase in fun, new experiences. Where the experiences were new, they have now also become favorite interventions. We are grateful for all donations! From the glue that supports the foundation of our work, all the way to the Legos that have provided a creative way to boost executive functioning and fine motor, we are thankful!! Students deserve this and more all around the world. Access to a comprehensive and positive educational experience is a right. Thank you for this support in a world that does not give a lot to the ones that need it the most. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1760734934538,"projectUrl":"project/functional-literacy-learning/9829361/","projectTitle":"'Fun'ctional Literacy Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Edler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10312301"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_44561","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":891,"numTeachers":51,"percentFrplEligible":66,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":38,"percentWhite":27,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":23,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"17.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":60.9,"schoolId":44561,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Shue - Medill Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Shue - Medill Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/delaware/christina-school-district/shue-medill-middle-school/44561"}