{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Snow Hill Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":32.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7033452,"projectId":9904085,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible for not only me but my students as well. There are so many things I need for the classroom that I just cannot afford to do all on my own, so your generosity really means so much to me. \r\nSome of the things we have done with the books so far was a little \"movie\" type of preview so the students could learn more about our new books to see if they wanted to read them. This was a huge success and sparked a lot of interest in some of the books! We even had a line for a few of them, something that was really special to see. \r\nIn our classroom we read each day for warm-up. This is a great way to start each class and gives students some time to transition physically to a new class, but mentally as well. So often students never get the chance to read for fun, with no questions or quiz to follow. This is a great chance to just grow a genuine love for reading. \r\nMany of the students have been really drawn to the graphic novels so far! We have seen a lot of popularity with them. But truly, they are really so excited to have new books to read and share.","fullyFundedDate":1765980907028,"projectUrl":"project/beautiful-book-project/9904085/","projectTitle":"Beautiful Book Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Partridge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7033452_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y1008&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620074688369","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7033452"},{"teacherId":7033452,"projectId":9963814,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to our classroom! We have been having a great time annotating our whole class learning text with new post-it notes. We can color code what we are annotating and can make text more visual for students. Next week we are going to be using the adaptors to listen to text, which students are so excited about. I have never been able to do anything like this before and I am so excited to give the students a chance to do this. \r\nI have given one student an adaptor to start using and he has loved it! He struggles with reading but he loves to listen. He has really warmed to this technology and having this has improved his grade so much! He is so excited that he has been able to bring his grade up and he likes being able to fit in and actually talk to the other students about the text. \r\nStudents are also so excited about the books as well. I have told them they are arriving soon and we have already previewed all the books. We currently have a waiting list for 2 of the books already!\r\nAgain, thank you so much for making this happen for me and my students. I cannot even express how much this means to us.","fullyFundedDate":1766440143072,"projectUrl":"project/amazing-annotations/9963814/","projectTitle":"Amazing Annotations!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Partridge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7033452_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y1008&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620074688369","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7033452"},{"teacherId":5816118,"projectId":9668901,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students were able to fully immerse themselves in our Draw to Manga learning experience and prepare in a meaningful way for our manga author visit. The materials you provided helped transform our library into a hands-on cultural learning space. Students explored Japanese culture through creative stations—sampling traditional Japanese snacks, learning the art of origami, and studying visual storytelling techniques used in manga. These experiences gave students important background knowledge and inspiration before meeting a real author, helping them better understand the cultural context behind the art form.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. Many were eager to try origami for the first time or compare manga art styles to comics they already loved. For some students, this project sparked a new interest in drawing, storytelling, and global cultures. Others found confidence in expressing themselves visually, even if traditional reading or writing can sometimes feel challenging.\r\n\r\nNext, students are applying what they learned by creating their own manga-inspired drawings and short visual narratives. They are practicing how artists use panels, expressions, and motion to tell a story. Your support didn't just provide supplies—it created an experience that made learning joyful, memorable, and deeply engaging. Thank you for giving our students the opportunity to learn through creativity, culture, and connection.","fullyFundedDate":1759505075548,"projectUrl":"project/drawn-to-manga-exploring-japanese-cultu/9668901/","projectTitle":"Drawn to Manga: Exploring Japanese Culture Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5816118_orig.png?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768416141338","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5816118"},{"teacherId":5816118,"projectId":9463572,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now see 3D printing as more than just a piece of exciting technology—it has become a powerful tool for empathy, creativity, and community connection. While many students are familiar with technology at home, using a 3D printer in school has helped them understand how digital tools can be used with purpose. Students learned how ideas move from design software to real-world objects, while also practicing problem-solving, iteration, and responsible use of technology. The printer became a bridge between technical skills and meaningful impact.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is knowing that their creations are not just for themselves. Through 3D Print It Forward, students intentionally design small objects meant to be shared—kindness tokens, themed trinkets, inspirational items, and fun surprises. These prints are placed around the school and even shared within the surrounding neighborhood, turning learning into an act of giving. Students carefully consider the audience, the message, and how their design might make someone smile. This shift—from \"What can I make?\" to \"Who can this help?\"—has been incredibly powerful.\r\n\r\nSome students who are usually quiet or hesitant to take academic risks have especially thrived with this project. Seeing their designs appreciated by others has boosted their confidence and encouraged collaboration. The act of giving away something they created has helped students develop empathy and kindness in authentic ways. Thanks to you, 3D printing in our classroom is no longer just about innovation—it's about compassion, purpose, and using skills to positively impact others.","fullyFundedDate":1759433331735,"projectUrl":"project/3d-print-it-forward/9463572/","projectTitle":"3D Print It Forward","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5816118_orig.png?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768416141338","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5816118"},{"teacherId":9611863,"projectId":9887294,"letterContent":"The funding of Turning Pages, Sparking Minds: Graphic Novels for Growing Readers has had a powerful and lasting impact on my students. Because of our donors' generosity, students now have access to high-interest graphic novels that meet them where they are as readers and motivate them to read more often and with greater confidence.\r\nThese graphic novels have helped students strengthen comprehension skills by combining visual storytelling with rich text. Reluctant readers are more willing to engage, struggling readers feel less intimidated, and confident readers are excited to explore new genres and perspectives. Students are making stronger connections between text and images, improving vocabulary, and deepening their understanding of story structure.\r\nMost importantly, these books have sparked a genuine love of reading. Students are choosing to read independently, sharing books with classmates, and discussing stories with enthusiasm. Thanks to our donors, reading has become more accessible, inclusive, and joyful, helping students grow not only as readers but as lifelong learners.","fullyFundedDate":1763475363408,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-sparking-minds-graphic-n/9887294/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages, Sparking Minds: Graphic Novels for Growing Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Misla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9611863_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722458579963","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9611863"},{"teacherId":7077674,"projectId":9575660,"letterContent":"Thank you to the Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation and other donors for supporting reading instruction in middle school! Research shows that phonics instruction that is multi-sensory and engaging will benefit our struggling readers! We play review games using Plinko and the prize wheel! We use index cards to write our new words down and play memory to learn new words! We also use our index cards to build new words! Using letter tiles is a fun engaging way to build words!\r\n\r\nWhen students are struggling to read in middle school, they face additional challenges! The materials we receive will help make learning engaging and fun so students don't realize they are learning!","fullyFundedDate":1758838562289,"projectUrl":"project/help-make-phonics-instruction-engaging-f/9575660/","projectTitle":"Help Make Phonics Instruction Engaging for Middle Schoolers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sterling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7077674_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754936218943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7077674"},{"teacherId":7033452,"projectId":9805592,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible, I would have never been able to do this without you. The books have started arriving and the students could not be more excited! I have already had multiple students check out the books already! The students have really liked the graphic novels so far and I had a few students really enjoy that we had two of the same books so that they could read with their friends. I am so excited for them to have a shared reading experience! \r\nEach day we spend about 15 minutes reading for warm-up. This is a great way for students to transition to a new class and get themselves ready for learning. Students really enjoy this and they get to move to comfortable seats and relax and just enjoy a good book. This is not something that they often get to do. \r\nThis has been such a joyful experience to see the excitement on the faces of students when they see the new books. I really cannot thank you enough for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1763475367572,"projectUrl":"project/bring-on-the-books/9805592/","projectTitle":"Bring on the Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Partridge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7033452_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y1008&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1620074688369","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7033452"},{"teacherId":9611863,"projectId":9707034,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible support, our classroom has been buzzing with excitement over our new collection of graphic novels and manga! Books like Pokémon, Stranger Things, and other illustrated stories have opened up new ways for our students to engage with reading. These texts have been a wonderful way to discuss skills such as identifying character development, analyzing visual storytelling, and understanding how words and images work together to create meaning. Students are also learning to make predictions, summarize plotlines, and compare how different artists and authors build suspense or emotion through illustration and dialogue.\r\nReading in our classroom now feels more like a shared adventure than an assignment. During independent reading time, you'll see students flipping pages with focus and excitement, sometimes quietly laughing or gasping at a plot twist.\r\n The graphic novel format has made literary discussions accessible to every type of reader, especially those who might have struggled to stay engaged with traditional texts.Several students who once called themselves \"non-readers\" are now some of our most eager participants. One student who was hesitant to pick up any book has completely fallen in love with the Stranger Things series. These new books have helped students see that reading can be dynamic, creative, and deeply personal. Your generosity hasn't just filled our shelves—it's inspired a community of young readers who see themselves reflected in the stories they love.","fullyFundedDate":1761242450547,"projectUrl":"project/growing-a-love-of-reading/9707034/","projectTitle":"Growing a Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Misla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9611863_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722458579963","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9611863"},{"teacherId":9611863,"projectId":9707161,"letterContent":"When our new markers arrived, the classroom buzzed with excitement! My students were immediately drawn to the bright colors and couldn't wait to start using them. It was amazing to see how something as simple as a new set of markers could spark so much energy and motivation.We've been putting these markers to great use in our writing and literature lessons. Students have been using them to color-code their essays, highlighting thesis statements, topic sentences, and supporting evidence in different colors. This has made the editing process much more engaging and has helped students clearly see how their ideas are organized.\r\n We've also used the markers to create story maps that explore plot, character development, and theme. During our latest unit, students worked in groups to design story maps of retellings. The colorful story maps covered our classroom walls and became a source of pride and discussion for everyone.Students loved to look at everyones creativity. In the future we will be using the markers to prepare for our unit on Informational writing, where students will plan and draft their essays using a color coded process. Your generous donation has turned our classroom into a space where learning feels creative, organized, and fun — and my students are more engaged and confident writers because of it.Thank you for supporting our learning and helping my students see that writing and creativity truly go hand in hand!","fullyFundedDate":1758115636956,"projectUrl":"project/making-learning-more-colorful/9707161/","projectTitle":"Making Learning More Colorful","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Misla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9611863_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722458579963","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9611863"},{"teacherId":7029601,"projectId":5079469,"letterContent":"Thank you so so much for your generous donation to my classroom! Since receiving your donation of graphic novels, my students have been so much more engaged with the text! They are having great discussions and really putting together all of the components of this historical text in a meaningful way. The mix of the original text and the graphic novel has allowed visual learners a much easier outlet and way to access the text. Even students who are not naturally visual learners are understanding the text on a much deeper level by engaging with the characters and events in a new way. We are diving deep into significant themes such as alienation, family, and the struggles surrounding mental health. Thanks to you, they are grappling with \"The Metamorphosis\" in such a better way than any group I have taught before them. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1599370903452,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-give-my-students-access-to-diver/5079469/","projectTitle":"Help Me Give My Students Access to Diverse Literature!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conway","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7029601_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753900963979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7029601"},{"teacherId":10083523,"projectId":9476730,"letterContent":"The donation of headphones has significantly enhanced my ability to teach the Amplify Science curriculum. With each student equipped with their own set, lessons are more focused and interactive. Students can clearly hear multimedia content, participate in digital investigations without distractions, and work at their own pace. This improvement has increased student engagement, supported diverse learning needs, and made our science lessons more effective and equitable. \r\n Even though wired headphones were part of the students' back to school supply list, over half of my students did not have them when they returned to school. The donation of a class set of headphones has allowed everyone to have access to the curriculum, without the burden of the cost of headphones on the parents. This means so much in a school with a high poverty rate.\r\nWe really appreciate your generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1757423287184,"projectUrl":"project/tune-in-to-science/9476730/","projectTitle":"Tune in to Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shipe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10083523"},{"teacherId":7033452,"projectId":9229669,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the opportunity to make this project happen! Students were so excited when the Amazon box arrived that we had to open it right away and check out the new books! The graphic novels were a big hit with one of my classes, all of them have already been checked out! One student even got to page 15 just while he was previewing the book! He was so interested, he couldn't stop reading! What an amazing \"problem\" to have! \r\nWe read each and every day in our classroom, reading is an activity students look forward to because it is a calm way to start each class period. Students are also able to read at lunch and at home, so often times students will borrow books from my classroom library and then bring them back when they have finished reading. Some of them even read a graphic novel in a night! It is always really exciting when they come in the next day and share with the class about the book they read the evening before. \r\nI am so thankful for your generosity and allowing me to fill our classroom library bookshelves for students. 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