{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Southeast Middle Magnet School","outOfStateSupporters":40.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8978434,"projectId":9136409,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generosity in providing hygiene supplies for my middle school special needs students in grades six through eight. Your donation has made a meaningful impact on our classroom community, fostering both a sense of dignity and confidence in my students.\r\n\r\nHow are we using the new resources?\r\nThe hygiene supplies you provided are being used daily in our self-care station. This station is part of our ongoing life skills lessons, where students learn essential personal hygiene practices that promote independence and self-respect. For example, one project we've done is our \"Healthy Habits Routine,\" where each student creates a visual step-by-step guide for brushing teeth, washing hands, and other daily hygiene tasks. This has been a huge success, helping students not only understand these important habits but also take pride in practicing them.\r\n\r\nStudents' reactions?\r\nWhen the supplies arrived, my students' faces lit up with excitement and relief. Many of them have not had easy access to these essentials at home, and having them readily available in our classroom has made them feel valued and cared for. One student even said, \"I feel so happy because now I can be clean at school!\"\r\n\r\nWhat's next?\r\nWith your help, our students are moving forward in their life skills curriculum. The next project will be to create personal hygiene kits that students can take home to reinforce the healthy habits they're learning here. We're also planning to integrate these lessons into role-play activities, where students practice using these supplies in different real-life scenarios, helping them feel even more confident in managing their personal hygiene independently.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support. You've made a lasting difference in the lives of my students, and we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1746787230191,"projectUrl":"project/help-restore-dignity-provide-essential/9136409/","projectTitle":"Help Restore Dignity: Provide Essential Period Products for Our Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Benton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8978434_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678858244457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978434"},{"teacherId":8978434,"projectId":9136470,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for your generous contributions to our special needs, community-based classroom. Thanks to your support, our students—many of whom come from very low-income families—have been gifted gaming chairs, headphones, LED lighting, and gaming equipment, transforming our learning environment in ways we couldn't have imagined.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, this was their first experience with such technology. The excitement was palpable; their faces lit up with joy and disbelief. Some had never used gaming equipment before, making this an unforgettable moment that brought smiles and laughter to our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic gaming chairs provide the necessary support for our students to remain comfortable and focused during learning sessions. The immersive sound from the gaming headphones helps minimize distractions, enabling students to concentrate better on their tasks. The LED lighting creates a calming atmosphere, reducing anxiety and promoting a positive learning environment.\r\n\r\nThese tools have not only made learning more interactive and enjoyable but have also supported the development of essential skills such as hand-eye coordination, problem-solving, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nOne student, who is typically reserved, has shown remarkable engagement, eagerly participating in group activities and initiating conversations with peers. Games that involve music and movement have been particularly popular, encouraging students to express themselves creatively while developing rhythm and coordination.\r\n\r\nThis generous gift has opened new avenues for learning and interaction in our classroom. It has provided our students with opportunities they might not have had otherwise, fostering growth in multiple developmental areas. We are deeply grateful for this support, which has made a lasting impact on our students' educational journey.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1746787267114,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-the-playing-field-give-student/9136470/","projectTitle":"Leveling the Playing Field: Give Students the Tools to Thrive!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Benton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8978434_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678858244457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978434"},{"teacherId":8978434,"projectId":9136394,"letterContent":"Dear Generous Donors,\r\n\r\nWe are overwhelmed with gratitude for your incredible gift of a PlayStation to our special needs, community-based classroom. Your generosity has brought immense joy and opened new avenues for learning and development for our students, many of whom come from very low-income families.\r\n\r\nFor several of our students, this was their first experience with a gaming console. The excitement was palpable; their faces lit up with joy and disbelief. Some had never held a game controller before, making this an unforgettable moment that brought smiles and laughter to our classroom.\r\n\r\nBeyond the initial excitement, the PlayStation has become a valuable educational tool. Engaging with interactive games has helped improve both fine and gross motor skills. Activities that require hand-eye coordination and precise movements aid in refining these essential skills. Additionally, many games encourage problem-solving, strategic thinking, and decision-making, which are crucial cognitive skills. Multiplayer games have also fostered communication and teamwork, allowing students to practice social skills in a fun and engaging environment.\r\n\r\nOne student, who is typically reserved, has shown remarkable engagement, eagerly participating in group games and initiating conversations with peers. Games that involve music and movement have been particularly popular, encouraging students to express themselves creatively while developing rhythm and coordination.\r\n\r\nThis PlayStation has opened new avenues for learning and interaction in our classroom. It has provided our students with opportunities they might not have had otherwise, fostering growth in multiple developmental areas. We are deeply grateful for this generous gift, which has made a lasting impact on our students' educational journey.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1746787300047,"projectUrl":"project/play-to-learn-boosting-skills-with-a-cl/9136394/","projectTitle":"Play to Learn: Boosting Skills with a Classroom PlayStation!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Benton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8978434_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678858244457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978434"},{"teacherId":8978434,"projectId":8447339,"letterContent":"Dear DonorsChoose Community & Anonymous Partner,\r\n\r\nI'm so excited to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on my students. Thanks to the resources you provided, we were able to complete a meaningful project where my students designed and created handmade pillows for the seniors in our community. The kids poured their hearts into picking fabrics, sewing, and decorating each pillow with care. Watching their pride grow with every stitch was truly something special. They couldn't wait to share their creations and see the smiles they'd bring.\r\n\r\nWhen we delivered the pillows, the response from our community seniors was overwhelming. Our students were greeted with hugs, smiles, and tears of gratitude—moments they'll never forget. Some seniors were so touched that they brought small thank-you gifts for the kids in return. One student said, \"I didn't know we could make people this happy!\" Seeing how their kindness made a real difference helped build their confidence, empathy, and a sense of purpose. The excitement they felt from being appreciated by adults in the community turned into motivation to give back even more.\r\n\r\nWith these resources, we've not only completed a beautiful project, but we've also started conversations about generosity, community, and leadership. The kids are already brainstorming what we can make or do next to keep spreading kindness. Thank you, DonorsChoose Community and Anonymous Partner, for giving my students the opportunity to learn valuable skills while experiencing the joy of giving back. You've helped create a classroom of changemakers who now believe they can make the world a better place, one act of kindness at a time.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude, Ms.Benton and Friends.","fullyFundedDate":1724805427959,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-compassion-and-love-to-the-eld/8447339/","projectTitle":"Spreading Compassion And Love To The Elderly.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Benton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8978434_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678858244457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978434"},{"teacherId":8978434,"projectId":8438898,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students now have access to iPads that have truly transformed how they learn, communicate, and express themselves. For many of our nonverbal and deaf students, the iPads have become their voice. Using specialized communication apps, students are now able to tell us what they need, how they're feeling, and even share ideas for the first time. It's been incredible to see their confidence grow as they realize they can participate more fully in classroom conversations, make choices, and advocate for themselves in ways that weren't possible before.\r\n\r\nFor our students with Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), the iPads have opened up new pathways for practicing sounds and building their speech skills. Interactive apps with visual and auditory feedback have made speech practice more engaging and accessible. We've seen students who once hesitated to try vocal sounds now light up with pride when they hear themselves imitating words or phrases. The excitement on their faces when they master a new word or communicate an idea independently is something we'll never forget.\r\n\r\nWhat's been most heartwarming is how these devices have helped students connect not only with teachers but also with their classmates. Peers have become eager to learn how to use the apps too, encouraging communication and fostering inclusion. Thanks to you, we've created a more accessible, empowering learning environment where every child—regardless of their communication abilities—can be heard and understood. We are so grateful for the impact you've made on our students' lives.\r\n\r\nWith deepest thanks, Ms.Benton","fullyFundedDate":1726670833738,"projectUrl":"project/deafhard-of-hearing-and-cas-curriculum/8438898/","projectTitle":"Deaf/Hard of Hearing and CAS Curriculum Technology Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Benton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8978434_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678858244457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978434"},{"teacherId":8978434,"projectId":8436624,"letterContent":"Literally on the first day of school, we had a student come in with a feminine hygiene issues that we would have been totally unprepared for. However, thanks to Donors Choose donations we had everything we needed in that situation. We have been able to supply each of our students with a toothbrush, personal feminine items, also be prepared for students having accident or hygiene concerns. Giving that we are a community base classroom, and a lot of our students are living in a low-income household these items are a huge help, and we couldn't be more grateful. from all of us at Southeast middle school thank you so much. I can only pray this kindness you have shown my students and I come back in abundance and more.","fullyFundedDate":1719060894626,"projectUrl":"project/student-hygiene-helpers-needed/8436624/","projectTitle":"Student Hygiene Helpers Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Benton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8978434_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678858244457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978434"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_13269","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":826,"numTeachers":43,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":61,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":26,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"19.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":59.8,"schoolId":13269,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Southeast Middle Magnet School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Southeast Middle Magnet School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/louisiana/east-baton-rouge-parish-public-schools/southeast-middle-school/13269"}