{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"South Ogden Junior High School","outOfStateSupporters":24.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8276892,"projectId":9758707,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my Donor's Choose project. I received subscriptions to two different magazines. My students have really enjoyed some of the articles. For example, the leading article in one of the magazines was about social media challenges (i.e., the one chip challenge and the ice bucket challenge). My students were discussing the pros and cons of social media and were highly engaged in the speech/language therapy session. I was also able to teach my students about context clues and then we used that article for guided practice. Because it was about a current event/topic the students were interested and had a practical application for their newly learned skill!","fullyFundedDate":1760720345676,"projectUrl":"project/magazine-subscription-for-junior-high-st/9758707/","projectTitle":"Magazine Subscription for Junior High Students Receiving Speech/Language Therapy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilhelmsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8276892"},{"teacherId":1964739,"projectId":9374215,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom project. Your support means more than you know. Because of you, my students now have access to high-interest graphic novels that spark curiosity, build confidence, and invite even our most reluctant readers into the joy of reading.\r\n\r\nGraphic novels are powerful tools for growing engaged, thoughtful readers. Their visual storytelling, rich vocabulary, and layered themes help students make deeper connections and experience literature in new ways. Already, I'm seeing students eagerly reaching for books, discussing characters, and discovering that reading can be exciting, accessible, and fun.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just place books on our shelves—it opened doors for young readers who are still discovering who they are and what they love. Thank you for investing in their growth, their voices, and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1755735401454,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-reading-magic/9374215/","projectTitle":"\"Graphic Novels = Reading Magic\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Irvine (Language Arts Goddess!)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1964739_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575389390460","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/irvine"},{"teacherId":1137777,"projectId":9290895,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom! Because of your support, my students now have access to Scholastic magazines — a resource that brings the world right into our classroom and helps them engage critically with current events.\r\n\r\nJunior high students are naturally curious, and Scholastic provides high-interest, age-appropriate articles that challenge them to think deeply, ask questions, and form opinions about real-world issues. Each magazine issue supports reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and critical thinking skills — all while connecting to topics that matter most to them.\r\n\r\nYour gift has turned our classroom into a space where students don't just read — they explore ideas, debate perspectives, and make meaningful connections between what they learn in school and what's happening around them.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping my students become thoughtful, informed readers and global citizens.","fullyFundedDate":1746463787709,"projectUrl":"project/help-students-engage-critically-with-cu/9290895/","projectTitle":"Help Students Engage Critically with Current Events","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stoddard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1137777_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x0,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744058722345","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1137777"},{"teacherId":1137777,"projectId":9242839,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation, which made it possible for us to purchase new Spanish books for our classroom. Because of you, my Spanish 1 (Novice Low) and Spanish 3 (Novice High) students now have access to engaging, meaningful reading materials that bring the language to life.\r\n\r\nFor many of my Spanish 1 students, this is their very first experience learning a new language. These books give them the opportunity to explore simple, interesting stories while building confidence as they begin to recognize familiar words, like familia (family) and animal (animal). Learning to identify cognates—words that look and mean the same thing in both Spanish and English—helps them see connections between the two languages and makes Spanish feel more approachable and exciting.\r\n\r\nMy Spanish 3 students are now able to dive into more complex texts, pushing themselves to read, think, and communicate in Spanish in ways that prepare them for high school and beyond. These books also encourage meaningful discussions about culture, identity, and language, giving students a deeper appreciation of the Spanish-speaking world.\r\n\r\nI've already seen the difference your gift is making. Students are excited to pick up these books during class and independent reading time. I've heard comments like, \"I actually understood that!\" and \"Can I take this one home to read more?\" These moments are so meaningful—they show students that they can succeed in learning a language and help them develop a genuine love for reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their education. Your generosity has created opportunities that will have a lasting impact on their language skills, confidence, and cultural awareness. We are deeply grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1744201493996,"projectUrl":"project/quijote-y-yo-helping-spanish-students-i/9242839/","projectTitle":"Quijote y yo: Helping Spanish Students improve their reading skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stoddard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1137777_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x0,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744058722345","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1137777"},{"teacherId":1137777,"projectId":9239960,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation, which made it possible for us to purchase new Spanish books for our classroom. Because of you, my Spanish 1 (Novice Low) and Spanish 3 (Novice High) students now have access to engaging, meaningful reading materials that bring the language to life.\r\n\r\nFor many of my Spanish 1 students, this is their very first experience learning a new language. These books give them the opportunity to explore simple, interesting stories while building confidence as they begin to recognize familiar words, like familia (family) and animal (animal). Learning to identify cognates—words that look and mean the same thing in both Spanish and English—helps them see connections between the two languages and makes Spanish feel more approachable and exciting.\r\n\r\nMy Spanish 3 students are now able to dive into more complex texts, pushing themselves to read, think, and communicate in Spanish in ways that prepare them for high school and beyond. These books also encourage meaningful discussions about culture, identity, and language, giving students a deeper appreciation of the Spanish-speaking world.\r\n\r\nI've already seen the difference your gift is making. Students are excited to pick up these books during class and independent reading time. I've heard comments like, \"I actually understood that!\" and \"Can I take this one home to read more?\" These moments are so meaningful—they show students that they can succeed in learning a language and help them develop a genuine love for reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their education. Your generosity has created opportunities that will have a lasting impact on their language skills, confidence, and cultural awareness. We are deeply grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1744201494214,"projectUrl":"project/quijote-y-yo-2-help-build-our-spanish-re/9239960/","projectTitle":"Quijote Y Yo 2 Help Build Our Spanish Reading Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stoddard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1137777_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x0,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744058722345","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1137777"},{"teacherId":1964739,"projectId":9160972,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for supporting our project, \"A Book of Their Own.\" Because of your generosity, my middle school students—many of whom do not have access to books at home—now have powerful, fun, and meaningful stories they can proudly call their own.\r\n\r\nThe joy on my students' faces when they received their books was unforgettable. They were thrilled to flip through the pages, smell the fresh covers, and know that these books belonged to them—not borrowed, not temporary, but theirs to keep. For many, this was their very first time owning a book of their choosing, and the excitement and pride they felt was inspiring.\r\n\r\nAlready, I see them carrying their books around school, sharing favorite passages with friends, and talking about characters as if they were real people. These books have sparked curiosity, imagination, and a new sense of confidence in reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible. Your generosity has done more than place books in my students' hands—it has given them the gift of ownership, independence, and the chance to see themselves as readers. We are so grateful for your support and for being part of the DonorsChoose community that continues to change lives one book at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1742906129193,"projectUrl":"project/a-book-of-their-own/9160972/","projectTitle":"A Book of their OWN!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Irvine (Language Arts Goddess!)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1964739_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575389390460","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/irvine"},{"teacherId":1964739,"projectId":9079936,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for supporting our project, \"Bold Books to Excite ALL Readers.\"\r\n\r\nThe moment these new books arrived, the excitement in my classroom was electric. My students crowded around the boxes, eager to get their hands on stories that truly speak to them. From graphic novels and page-turning adventures to powerful books that reflect their own diverse experiences, each title has found a reader who feels seen, inspired, and motivated to read more.\r\n\r\nMiddle school can be a challenging time for students to discover a love of reading, but you have made that journey easier—and a lot more fun. Already, I've seen reluctant readers proudly carrying books they can't put down, and avid readers sharing their finds with friends. The buzz about reading has grown louder, and it's because of your generosity.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of books to reach every student. Your gift is helping to build a community of readers who are excited, curious, and confident. My students and I are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1742922241169,"projectUrl":"project/bold-books-to-excite-all-readers/9079936/","projectTitle":"Bold Books to Excite ALL Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Irvine (Language Arts Goddess!)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1964739_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575389390460","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/irvine"},{"teacherId":1137777,"projectId":9291076,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation, which made it possible for us to purchase new Spanish books for our classroom. Because of you, my Spanish 1 (Novice Low) and Spanish 3 (Novice High) students now have access to engaging, meaningful reading materials that bring the language to life.\r\n\r\nFor many of my Spanish 1 students, this is their very first experience learning a new language. These books give them the opportunity to explore simple, interesting stories while building confidence as they begin to recognize familiar words, like familia (family) and animal (animal). Learning to identify cognates—words that look and mean the same thing in both Spanish and English—helps them see connections between the two languages and makes Spanish feel more approachable and exciting.\r\n\r\nMy Spanish 3 students are now able to dive into more complex texts, pushing themselves to read, think, and communicate in Spanish in ways that prepare them for high school and beyond. These books also encourage meaningful discussions about culture, identity, and language, giving students a deeper appreciation of the Spanish-speaking world.\r\n\r\nI've already seen the difference your gift is making. Students are excited to pick up these books during class and independent reading time. I've heard comments like, \"I actually understood that!\" and \"Can I take this one home to read more?\" These moments are so meaningful—they show students that they can succeed in learning a language and help them develop a genuine love for reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their education. Your generosity has created opportunities that will have a lasting impact on their language skills, confidence, and cultural awareness. We are deeply grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1746464542966,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-reading-in-spanish/9291076/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Reading (in Spanish)!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stoddard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1137777_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x0,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744058722345","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1137777"},{"teacherId":1137777,"projectId":9249042,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation, which made it possible for us to purchase new Spanish books for our classroom. Because of you, my Spanish 1 (Novice Low) and Spanish 3 (Novice High) students now have access to engaging, meaningful reading materials that bring the language to life.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, this is their very first experience learning a new language. These books provide them with stories they can understand and connect with, building both their confidence and excitement for learning Spanish. My Spanish 3 students are now able to dive into more complex texts, pushing themselves to read, think, and communicate in Spanish in ways that prepare them for high school and beyond.\r\n\r\nI've already seen the difference your gift is making. Students are excited to pick up these books during class and independent reading time. I've heard comments like, \"I actually understood that!\" and \"Can I take this one home to read more?\" These moments are so meaningful—they show students that they can succeed in learning a language and help them develop a genuine love for reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their education. Your generosity has created opportunities that will have a lasting impact on their language skills, confidence, and cultural awareness. We are deeply grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1744217424846,"projectUrl":"project/fill-our-classroom-with-spanish-books-fo/9249042/","projectTitle":"Fill Our Classroom With Spanish Books for Fun Reading Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stoddard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1137777_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x0,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744058722345","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1137777"},{"teacherId":1964739,"projectId":9035324,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible support of my DonorsChoose project, Taking Risks in Writing! Thanks to your kindness, my students now have beautiful journals and an abundance of writing supplies that have truly transformed our classroom environment. The excitement on their faces when they first held their new journals was priceless! These materials have not only inspired creativity but have also encouraged my students to take bold steps in their writing, pushing themselves to express their thoughts in new and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your generosity is already visible in the stunning work my students are producing. With their colorful pens and beautifully bound journals, they are exploring personal narratives, poetry, and imaginative storytelling like never before. The confidence they are gaining through this process is remarkable, and I am continually impressed by the depth of their writing. Their journals have become a safe space for self-expression, and I can see them growing as writers with each entry they create.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a lasting difference in my classroom, and I am truly grateful. You have given my students not just supplies but also a sense of ownership and pride in their writing. These journals will continue to be a source of inspiration throughout the year, fostering a love of writing that I hope will stay with them for years to come. Thank you for believing in my students and for making such a meaningful impact on their learning journey!","fullyFundedDate":1736959199726,"projectUrl":"project/taking-risks-in-writing/9035324/","projectTitle":"Taking Risks in Writing!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Irvine (Language Arts Goddess!)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1964739_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575389390460","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/irvine"},{"teacherId":1964739,"projectId":8827102,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity! My students are thrilled to have a book of their very own. I can't tell you how excited they were choosing their books. Just look at those faces! Many of my students--while living in rather affluent families--still live in homes with very few books. Not having access to books is a key to literary success for adolescents. \r\nSo thank you very much for helping me to put quality, relevant books into my students hands. The feeling in the room was electric as we unpacked the boxes. Thank you so much. 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