{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Taft Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":33.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10456523,"projectId":10388749,"letterContent":"I am very thankful for your contribution to the Taft Middle School Mariachi program. It is a very young program, so we have to find ways to get supplies. With your contribution, we were able to buy things to make our students feel like they are in a real mariachi and are eventually prepared for actual performing. \r\nWe use the supplies every day in class. One of my students, who got a violin loves to use it every day and brags about being the one that gets to use the newest violin here. Our guitars and Vihuelas use the guitar straps every day to help them hold up their instruments and play standing up like a true mariachi.\r\nThe students were very excited once they got their instrument sheets signed so I could give them their instruments! They were ready to learn day one, and having all the supplies they needed was the most helpful and important part of that. \r\nThe next step is to continue to give them time working on learning their instruments and playing together. We are currently learning the song De Colores, which is a very popular Mexican folk song. I believe we'll be ready to sing and play for our concert in December.","fullyFundedDate":1786541678639,"projectUrl":"project/royal-mariachi/10388749/","projectTitle":"Royal Mariachi!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Madden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10456523_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x0,y252&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772646265317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10456523"},{"teacherId":9628680,"projectId":10377882,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support for our classroom! Because of your contributions, our students now have access to high-quality supplies that make learning interactive, engaging, and organized every single day.\r\n\r\nThe notebooks and pencils mean they can take notes and do their work every day and we don't have to worry if they brought supplies or not. The post-its and index cards we use for quick checks so they don't need to use a whole piece of paper. The expo markers and wipe off folders help us with classroom participation and group work so that they can have small group and whole group discussions. The poker chips, candy, and toys are all part of our reward system which is their favorite part.\r\n\r\nYour support does so much more than just restock our shelves—it signals to our students that a community of people believes in their potential. Thank you for making a lasting, direct impact on our classroom experience!","fullyFundedDate":1785085299914,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-math-readiness/10377882/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Math Readiness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wolfe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9628680_orig.jpg?crop=421,421,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723075202933","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9628680"},{"teacherId":10072385,"projectId":10386515,"letterContent":"The new resources have made a big difference in our classroom. My seventh-grade students are using these materials every day to make reading and writing more engaging, accessible, and hands-on. \r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching my students' work on their journal covers during the first week of school. They were so excited to learn that they were going to use interactive notebooks and some talked about their previous experiences using them. They immediately wanted to know what we were going to do with them. \r\n\r\nWe are currently strengthening our reading comprehension skills. My students are using the new resources during whole-group modeling, partner activities, independent practice, and creative projects. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students. Your generosity has provided much more than classroom materials, it has given my students new opportunities to participate, create, practice, and experience success.","fullyFundedDate":1784556524635,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-pages-possibilities/10386515/","projectTitle":"Pencils, Pages, & Possibilities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stark-Appleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10072385_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y97&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752026342360","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10072385"},{"teacherId":9119736,"projectId":7649656,"letterContent":"Thank You for Bringing Gelli Printing to Our Classroom!\r\n\r\nThank you for making Gelli Prints for All! possible! Your generosity has brought a whole new world of creativity, experimentation, and artistic discovery into our middle school art classroom. When my students first saw the Gelli printing materials, their excitement was contagious! They couldn't wait to get their hands on the supplies and start creating. For many of my students, this was their first experience with printmaking, and they quickly discovered that art is about so much more than drawing a perfect picture. It's about taking risks, exploring new techniques, embracing happy accidents, and discovering that even unexpected results can become something beautiful.\r\n\r\nOur students have been using the materials to experiment with colors, textures, patterns, and layered designs, creating unique prints that reflect their individual personalities and artistic ideas. Watching them pull back that first print to reveal a one-of-a-kind creation has been such a rewarding experience! There is something truly special about seeing students who may sometimes doubt their artistic abilities light up with pride when they create something they never imagined they could make. These materials give my students the freedom to explore, problem-solve, and build confidence while learning new artistic skills.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our students have more opportunities to experience the joy of making art, and we are only getting started! Next, we will continue experimenting with layers, textures, and color combinations while finding creative ways to incorporate our prints into more complex mixed-media artwork. Your support has helped turn an exciting idea into a hands-on learning experience that encourages curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Thank you for investing in our young artists and reminding them that their ideas are worth exploring. You may not be in our classroom to see the smiles, messy hands, and proud faces, but please know that you helped make those moments possible!","fullyFundedDate":1692555382375,"projectUrl":"project/gelli-prints-for-all/7649656/","projectTitle":"Gelli Prints for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9119736_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784652344688","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/meggypop"},{"teacherId":8632056,"projectId":10464703,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our PE classes with an air pump! The students were excited to see our equipment properly inflated and ready to use. Having balls that are fully inflated makes a noticeable difference during class and helps our students get the most out of every activity.\r\n\r\nI plan to handle the air pump myself rather than having students use it regularly. This will help protect the pump and make sure it lasts as long as possible so our students can continue benefiting from it for years to come.\r\n\r\n\r\nBasketball season is also right around the corner, so this donation came at the perfect time! Having all of our basketballs properly inflated will make a huge difference as we begin our basketball unit. Thank you for helping us keep our equipment ready for learning, playing, and having fun!","fullyFundedDate":1786372044798,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-an-air-pump-to-keep-equipment-in/10464703/","projectTitle":"We Need an Air Pump to Keep Equipment Inflated","teacherDisplayName":"Coach K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8632056_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774628137275","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8632056"},{"teacherId":8632056,"projectId":10543458,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to everyone who supported our Fresh Start: Hygiene Essentials project! My students were so excited when they saw the new supplies arrive. They immediately wanted to know what was included and how they could use the materials. Seeing their excitement over something as simple as deodorant and paper towels reminded me how meaningful these resources can be for our students.\r\n\r\nAfter a fun and active game in PE, students are using the deodorant and paper towels to clean up and feel fresh and comfortable before heading to their next class. When students get sweaty from playing, running, and competing, having these supplies available helps them feel more confident and ready to finish their school day. These simple resources are helping meet a real need for our students.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, I would love to continue this project and find additional ways to support my students' needs. My goal is to keep hygiene essentials available throughout the school year and expand the resources we can provide. 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I was also able to purchase playground equipment to provide engagement for various ability groups.\r\n\r\nThis year is already started with a major bang and my student are eager each week to learn about our next lab, experiment, or project. Thank you for the work you do and the part you play in changing lives and shaping the futures of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1786823270450,"projectUrl":"project/recess-that-is-engaging-and-invigorating/10486532/","projectTitle":"Recess That Is Engaging and Invigorating","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6063311_orig.jpg?crop=1414,1414,x150,y137&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778166510769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6063311"},{"teacherId":6063311,"projectId":10280463,"letterContent":"I was shocked and honored to win the science teacher of the year for Oklahoma City Public Schools. 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