{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sig Rogich Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":30.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8114695,"projectId":9998178,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to engaging new books that are helping them grow not just as readers, but as thinkers. These texts allow us to practice important literacy skills such as analyzing figurative language, identifying themes, understanding symbolism, and exploring how authors use word choice and imagery to create mood. Students also learn how to support their ideas with evidence from the text, which strengthens both their reading comprehension and their writing.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is very active. Students annotate passages, discuss ideas with partners, and work together to unpack deeper meanings in the text. We often pause to ask questions like \"Why did the author choose this word?\" or \"What might this symbol represent?\" These conversations help students move beyond simply understanding the plot and begin thinking about how literature works.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant readers have been especially excited about the new books. Having fresh, engaging texts makes a big difference in their willingness to participate. I've seen students eagerly share passages they found interesting, debate character choices with classmates, and make thoughtful connections between the text and the real world. Moments like these show how powerful the right book can be in helping students see themselves as readers and thinkers.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping create a classroom where books spark curiosity, discussion, and confidence in reading. My students and I are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768155925254,"projectUrl":"project/turn-the-pagestart-an-adventure/9998178/","projectTitle":"Turn the Page—Start an Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Julie Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8114695_orig.jpg?crop=1027,1027,x0,y123&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633392969368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8114695"},{"teacherId":251351,"projectId":9990301,"letterContent":"The project materials have made a huge impact with being able to creatively show knowledge of science concepts. My students were able to use the graph and construction paper to make graphs about themselves. They also used poster paper to make a poster about their rescue pods (engineering design with reading series). We also created straw and rockets with tape, clay, straws & paper. These were used for force and motion unit (velocity, angles, speed, distance). \r\n\r\nWe are currently working on reviewing for SBAC testing. We are doing this table top blog style with poster paper using questions to create information pools with graphics to study. These materials have helped make this possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768066594667,"projectUrl":"project/project-based-learning-in-science/9990301/","projectTitle":"Project Based Learning in Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yancey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp251351_orig.jpg?crop=342,342,x67,y86&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698974151427","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/251351"},{"teacherId":10400377,"projectId":10012127,"letterContent":"Students were able to use the poster paper to create an engineering project on the unit, force and motion. They strategized with their groups and work together to engineer a pod designed to send materials to individuals that have been impacted by a natural disaster.. they used the poster board to answer important questions, develop ideas, research and investigate their natural disaster and write the most important materials they would need for these people. \r\n\r\nThey then designed the pod and used the colored pencils to make their poster board attractive for their presentation. They then presented their project to the class. This project was instrumental in building teamwork and developing all the concepts they learned.","fullyFundedDate":1768407941476,"projectUrl":"project/creative-project-hands-on-science/10012127/","projectTitle":"Creative Project Hands-On Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Batarseh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400377"},{"teacherId":9348589,"projectId":9993772,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are now using new soccer balls and footballs during PE. Every student is active at the same time, practicing skills and working with classmates instead of waiting for turns. During our first lesson with the new equipment, students were noticeably more engaged and confident, and their excitement was immediate.\r\n\r\nWhen the equipment arrived, students were eager to use it and commented on how much better it felt. Moving forward, students will continue using these materials during skill-building and game-play lessons focused on teamwork, strategy, and sportsmanship. Your support has made PE more inclusive, engaging, and meaningful for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768100169298,"projectUrl":"project/stronger-skills-healthier-students-bet/9993772/","projectTitle":"Stronger Skills, Healthier Students, Better PE","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meracz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9348589"},{"teacherId":9084738,"projectId":9192601,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in providing paper copies of classic books for our students. Holding a physical book invites focus, curiosity, and a deeper connection to the story, allowing students to slow down, reread meaningful passages, and engage thoughtfully with the text. For many learners—especially those building reading stamina or learning English—paper books offer comfort, consistency, and ease of navigation that support comprehension and confidence. Your gift ensures that students have equitable access to rich literature and the opportunity to experience timeless stories in a tangible, meaningful way. Because of you, these classics are not just assigned—they are truly read, shared, and cherished.","fullyFundedDate":1746786096331,"projectUrl":"project/classics-re-booked-a-novel-approach-to/9192601/","projectTitle":"Classics Re-Booked: A Novel Approach to Timeless Tales","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Larson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9084738"},{"teacherId":9084738,"projectId":8517236,"letterContent":"For students learning English, access to materials in color is far more than an aesthetic choice—it is a powerful instructional support that makes language comprehensible, engaging, and accessible. Color helps anchor meaning by visually separating ideas, highlighting key vocabulary, and reinforcing patterns in grammar and text structure, allowing students to process information without relying solely on language they are still acquiring. Diagrams, anchor charts, and annotated texts in color provide crucial visual cues that reduce cognitive load, helping students connect new English words to images, symbols, and concepts more quickly and confidently. Color also supports memory and retention; when students associate a concept, sentence frame, or theme with a specific color, they are more likely to recall and apply that learning in speaking, reading, and writing tasks. Additionally, color invites participation and lowers anxiety—English learners are more willing to take academic risks when materials feel clear, organized, and welcoming rather than overwhelming. By making instruction visually intentional, color-rich materials empower multilingual students to access grade-level content, build language proficiency, and engage as active, capable members of the classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1730417352272,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-diverse-students-in-color/8517236/","projectTitle":"Supporting Diverse Students in Color","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Larson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9084738"},{"teacherId":9084738,"projectId":7989080,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, students were able to engage in a deeply meaningful Remembering the Holocaust project that brought history to life in both heart and mind. The butterfly art supplies allowed students to create symbolic works representing hope, remembrance, and the lives of children lost—turning learning into a reflective, hands-on experience that honored memory through creativity. Copies of Daniel's Story gave students a personal, human connection to history, helping them move beyond dates and facts to truly understand the impact of the Holocaust through the eyes of a child. Together, these resources fostered empathy, critical thinking, and powerful conversations about courage, humanity, and responsibility. Your support made this experience possible and ensured that students didn't just learn history—they felt it, reflected on it, and carried its lessons forward.","fullyFundedDate":1699629925789,"projectUrl":"project/remember-the-holocaust/7989080/","projectTitle":"Remember the Holocaust","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Larson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9084738"},{"teacherId":8114695,"projectId":9145310,"letterContent":"When teaching The Hunger Games in a 6th grade classroom, the novel provides students with opportunities to develop essential reading skills while also engaging with meaningful themes. Students learn to analyze character motivations, track conflicts, and identify themes such as fairness, survival, and sacrifice. The dystopian setting helps them practice recognizing literary elements like symbolism and world-building, while also prompting discussions that connect to real-world issues. These lessons encourage students to think critically about justice, resilience, and the importance of standing up for others.\r\n\r\nIn the classroom, reading takes on an interactive and purposeful form. Whole-class reading and discussion allow students to unpack challenging passages together, while small group activities promote collaboration and deeper thinking. Students use strategies such as annotating key moments, journaling from a character's perspective, and mapping relationships between characters and events. These activities not only strengthen comprehension but also foster higher-level analysis, communication, and empathy. 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