{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Skyline Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":40.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9607973,"projectId":10638940,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support for our library!\r\n\r\nMerging two school communities into a student body of 1,000 readers brought so much energy and excitement to our library, but it also put a huge demand on our collection. Before your gift, too many students walked away empty-handed when searching for their favorite series, hearing, \"Sorry, they're all checked out!\"\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes of brand-new copies of Dog Man, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and Cat Kid Comic Club arrived, the excitement in the library was electric. Our students were thrilled to see that the books they had been eagerly waiting for were finally available. Having multiple copies of these high-interest titles right now—rather than waiting months for our annual budget to open—has kept our momentum going strong.\r\n\r\nSeeing a student's face light up when they pull a book they've been dying to read straight off the shelf is the best feeling in the world. You didn't just donate books; you validated our students' desire to read and proved to them that their community cares about their growth and happiness.\r\n\r\nThank you for bridging the gap for us, keeping our shelves stocked, and helping foster a lifelong love of reading in our growing school community. We are endlessly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1789580648673,"projectUrl":"project/help-the-good-books-are-gone/10638940/","projectTitle":"Help! The Good Books Are Gone!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9607973_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784934589692","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9607973"},{"teacherId":8560786,"projectId":10558025,"letterContent":"Our new recess resources have made a wonderful difference in our brand-new school community! Students now have more opportunities to play, explore, and build friendships during recess. We are using the materials to encourage cooperative games, imaginative play, and activities that help students practice communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was contagious! They were eager to explore everything and immediately began asking questions about what they could play and create. It was especially meaningful to see students inviting one another to join their games and discovering new ways to play together.\r\n\r\nOne special moment was watching a group of students work together to create their own recess game. They discussed the rules, took turns, and made adjustments when something wasn't working. What started as simple play became a wonderful opportunity to practice collaboration and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nAs we continue building our classroom and school community, our next step is to help students take more ownership of recess activities. We will continue introducing cooperative games and encouraging students to create, explain, and teach games to their classmates. These resources are helping us build not only a fun recess experience, but also a stronger sense of belonging and community in our new school.","fullyFundedDate":1788136529625,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-recess-community-at-our-brand/10558025/","projectTitle":"Building a Recess Community at Our Brand-New School!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Crofford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8560786"},{"teacherId":8560786,"projectId":10361450,"letterContent":"Our new books are doing more than giving students something enjoyable to read—they are helping them build important skills and see themselves and the world in new ways. As students read, they are practicing comprehension, building vocabulary, making predictions, asking questions, and learning to support their ideas with evidence from the text. Just as importantly, books give us opportunities to talk about characters, emotions, different experiences, and perspectives.\r\nReading in our classroom is an active experience. Students read independently, with partners, and together as a class. We pause to discuss what is happening, make connections, wonder about what might happen next, and share our thinking. Sometimes students read quietly and independently, while other times the room is full of conversation as they recommend books to one another or excitedly discuss a favorite character or part of a story. I love seeing students become more confident in talking about books and taking ownership of their reading choices.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting things has been seeing students who may not have always considered themselves \"readers\" become interested in the new books. Some students are drawn to books about topics they already love, while others are discovering new genres, characters, and stories. For some students, finding a book that feels engaging and accessible has helped reading become something they genuinely look forward to.\r\n\r\nThe generosity of our donors makes these experiences possible. Having a wider variety of books means more opportunities for every student to find a story that captures their attention, challenges their thinking, and helps them grow as a reader.","fullyFundedDate":1783342991779,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-colonial-america-through-diver/10361450/","projectTitle":"Exploring Colonial America Through Diverse Perspectives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Crofford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8560786"},{"teacherId":7945712,"projectId":10487012,"letterContent":"Thank y ou so much for your generous donations. With the new printer, I am able to print in color when we have successful completion of level certificates. It helps jazz up the room and the kids love it with a splash of color instead of black and white. The new monitor makes it easier to have multiple tabs open and being large enough to share information when students have question. I can put examples up for small groups and use it as a teaching tool. Both of these items have already made an impact on our class and will help the year go smoothly.","fullyFundedDate":1789179796350,"projectUrl":"project/let-there-be-bright-colors/10487012/","projectTitle":"Let There be Bright Colors","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Scruggs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7945712_orig.jpg?crop=915,915,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754692826564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7945712"},{"teacherId":5114057,"projectId":10324379,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our physical education program at Skyline Middle School by providing us with a new elliptical machine!\r\n\r\nThis equipment is much more than just another piece of fitness equipment. It gives our students another way to build cardiovascular endurance, improve their fitness, and find a form of exercise that works for them. Not every student feels comfortable running or participating in traditional sports, so having different options helps make fitness more inclusive and accessible for everyone.\r\n\r\nOur goal is to teach students that fitness is something they can enjoy and continue throughout their lives. Your generosity is helping us create a Fitness Education program where students can build confidence, develop healthy habits, and discover that physical activity can be a positive part of their everyday lives.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us make physical education more meaningful at Skyline Middle School!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n\r\nFai Madni","fullyFundedDate":1789393068958,"projectUrl":"project/skyline-endurance-lab-building-stronger/10324379/","projectTitle":"Skyline Endurance Lab: Building Stronger Athletes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Madni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5114057_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752176528662","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-madni"},{"teacherId":9607973,"projectId":10250714,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Birthday Bookshelf is officially stocked and ready for another incredible school year!\r\n\r\nIn middle school, it can be hard to find moments that make students feel truly seen and celebrated. Because of you, every single 5th through 8th grader will walk into the library during their birthday month and know their school community values them. Even better, they get to choose a brand-new book to take home and keep forever. For many of our students, this isn't just a birthday gift—it's one of the few books they can proudly call their own.\r\n\r\nWatching a student's eyes light up as they browse the shelf, debating between a new graphic novel or a fast-paced thriller, has already brought so much joy to our library. You didn't just donate books; you helped us build a culture where reading is celebrated and every child feels special.\r\n\r\nThank you for bringing smiles, pride, and the joy of reading to our middle schoolers!","fullyFundedDate":1787340888859,"projectUrl":"project/restock-the-birthday-bookshelf/10250714/","projectTitle":"Restock the Birthday Bookshelf","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9607973_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784934589692","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9607973"},{"teacherId":9607973,"projectId":10409546,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! Because of your support, our brand-new library is feeling more complete.\r\n\r\nBefore the bookends arrived, our shelves were constantly falling into leaning stacks, making it hard for students to see the titles and causing unnecessary wear on the book covers. Now, every shelf is neat, organized, and sturdy.\r\n\r\nThe biggest impact has been on our students' independence. They can easily walk up to any section, browse titles without a row of books collapsing, and pull out a book with confidence. It has turned our library into a welcoming, easy-to-navigate space where students spend less time hunting through fallen books and more time diving into their next great read.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing the essential finishing touch to our new library space!","fullyFundedDate":1785118054788,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-books-standing-students-reading/10409546/","projectTitle":"Keeping Books Standing, Students Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9607973_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784934589692","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9607973"},{"teacherId":7937012,"projectId":10235925,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity in providing our classroom with the Creality Falcon Pro 10W Laser Engraver. This machine has completely transformed our classroom dynamic, shifting students from passive learners into active engineers, designers, and artisans. The Creality Falcon Pro 10W Laser Engraver has several core benefits that this specific technology brings to the students. \r\nFirst, it is bridging Stem and Digital Art into the Family and Consumer Science classroom. Students are learning to use design software like LightBurn to map, size, and position complex vector files. They have to calculate exact speed, power percentages, and material thickness, which brings geometry and physics to life. \r\nSecond, my students are learning to be resourceful and sustainable: Students have learned to optimize material use, repurposing thin plywood scraps to practice alignment or test lower-power laser outlines before committing to a final piece.\r\n\r\nA standout moment occurred when a student, who usually struggles to stay focused during traditional lectures, spent hours meticulously refining an intricate design of our town's historic clock tower. He imported the image, fine-tuned the laser focal height, and watched anxiously as the 10W laser accurately etched the detailed brick patterns onto a piece of basswood. In that single moment, he wasn't just a student completing an assignment—he was a proud craftsman teaching his community. Your gift made that spark possible.","fullyFundedDate":1778158433031,"projectUrl":"project/precision-and-passion-advanced-fabricat/10235925/","projectTitle":"Precision and Passion: Advanced Fabrications in FCS","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hansard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7937012_orig.jpg?crop=2219,2219,x100,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635122518473","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/chmsfacs"},{"teacherId":9607973,"projectId":9933463,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our library's virtual reality project! Because of your kindness, our library now has two additional VR headsets, effectively doubling our capacity and transforming how our students explore the world. With these new devices, we have eliminated long wait times and ensured that entire groups of students can engage in immersive learning experiences together. Your gift didn't just bring technology into our school—it opened doors to discovery, empathy, and excitement that my students would otherwise never have had.\r\n\r\nThe impact of these headsets has already been profound across multiple grade levels. During our 8th-grade ELA unit on Anne Frank, students were able to step inside the Secret Annex, building a deep, empathetic connection to history that no textbook could ever replicate. In 7th-grade science, students have journeyed through human body systems, explored distant ecosystems, and conducted virtual lab experiments. The headsets have also become a favorite feature of our morning enrichment program and a highly motivating incentive for our reading challenge, inspiring students to read more and actively participate in library programs.\r\n\r\nSeeing my students' eyes light up as they step into virtual worlds, collaborate on research, and make meaningful real-world connections has been unforgettable. You have given hundreds of eager learners equal access to hands-on, experiential learning that sparks curiosity every single day. On behalf of all our students and our entire school community, thank you for believing in our classroom and bringing learning to life!","fullyFundedDate":1770397184098,"projectUrl":"project/expanding-our-world-through-virtual-real/9933463/","projectTitle":"Expanding Our World Through Virtual Reality","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9607973_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784934589692","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9607973"},{"teacherId":9201527,"projectId":10223688,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our school library's \"Birthday Bookshelf\" is officially up and running, and it has already transformed the way our students celebrate their special days. Instead of a simple song or sticker, every single student now gets to step into the library during their birthday month and choose a brand-new book of their very own to take home and keep. For many of our children, this isn't just another book—it's the first home library addition they have received all year, making their birthday feel truly extraordinary.\r\n\r\nThe excitement surrounding this project has been electric. Watching a student carefully scan the shelves, weigh their options, and proudly clutch their chosen book as they walk back to class is an absolute joy. This project has done far more than just distribute books; it has built a direct, personal connection between celebrating a milestone and the joy of reading. Students who were once hesitant readers are now eager to visit the library, excited not just for their own turn, but to see what their classmates pick out.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a tangible, daily difference in our school community. By funding this project, you haven't just gifted physical books—you have fostered a culture of literacy, boosted student self-esteem, and created lasting happy memories centered around reading. Thank you for investing in our library and for giving our students a gift that will keep giving for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1787703204781,"projectUrl":"project/need-more-birthday-books/10223688/","projectTitle":"Need More Birthday Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9201527"},{"teacherId":7480450,"projectId":10452386,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of our drama department! This year is a year of firsts, taking two buildings to create one joint student body, build one culture, and create one great group of creative kids. Your generosity shows a confidence in them that helps inspire students to step out of their comfort zones. We're excited to see students grow in the classroom, in rehearsals, on stage, and behind the scenes! These supplies have kept our space clean and organized. The students fight over who gets to vacuum each day!","fullyFundedDate":1786217360463,"projectUrl":"project/these-supplies-suck-and-hang-mop-and/10452386/","projectTitle":"These Supplies Suck (and Hang, Mop, and Highlight, Too!)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7480450_orig.jpg?crop=1511,1511,x0,y181&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619624731946","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wheelerdrama"},{"teacherId":7480450,"projectId":9967587,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of our drama department! 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