{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Terrace Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":14.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3994920,"projectId":10494296,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My students were absolutely in shock and so excited to see all of the wonderful materials that were donated. They were especially excited to see the mango squishies and the Odwalla container! It was so sweet to see their faces light up as they explored all of the new materials.\r\n\r\nThese donations have already made such a positive impact in our classroom. My students are much more engaged, motivated, and excited to participate in our lessons. Having fun and engaging materials gives them something to look forward to and helps make learning feel exciting and rewarding.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, it means so much to be able to provide my students with resources that encourage them to learn, participate, and believe in themselves. Your generosity is helping create a classroom environment where my students feel excited to learn and are eager to be involved.\r\n\r\nI am extremely hopeful that we will see so much learning and growth this year. Thank you again for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a more engaging, exciting, and positive place to learn. Your kindness truly makes a difference, and we are incredibly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1787179990962,"projectUrl":"project/choose-the-good/10494296/","projectTitle":"Choose the Good","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3994920"},{"teacherId":10308423,"projectId":10464615,"letterContent":"Your generosity is making a real difference in our classroom! My students are so excited to see the new items being added to our class store and to have something meaningful to work toward with their Mel Bucks.\r\n\r\nIt can be hard to impress teenagers, so when I see genuine excitement, I know we are onto something! Yesterday, one of my students spotted the earphones in the store and immediately said, **\"This is pretty cool!\"** That simple comment made my day. These moments show me how much the students value having choices and rewards they can earn through positive behavior, hard work, and perseverance.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me fill our class store and giving my students something to look forward to. Your donation is helping make our classroom a place where students feel motivated, successful, and proud of their accomplishments. I truly appreciate your support of my students! ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1787180843973,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-that-make-learning-more-fun/10464615/","projectTitle":"Rewards That Make Learning More Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10308423_orig.jpg?crop=2084,2084,x231,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760145836585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10308423"},{"teacherId":10308423,"projectId":10436361,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and helping make Mel Bucks possible for my new students! They are absolutely thrilled to earn Mel Bucks and use them to choose special items from our classroom store. The donated snacks, treats, and fun items have given them something to look forward to and work toward each week.\r\n\r\nI have already seen such a positive change in their effort and motivation. My students have been doing their very best because they are excited to earn their Mel Bucks. One of my favorite things is hearing them remind me earlier and earlier on Fridays, \"Ms. Mel, it's Pay Day!\" Their excitement is contagious!\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, having the opportunity to earn something they value makes a big difference. Mel Bucks are helping encourage positive choices, hard work, responsibility, and perseverance while also making our classroom a more joyful place. Thank you for helping me give my students something to be proud of and excited about. Your generosity is making a real impact, one Mel Buck at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1786366965512,"projectUrl":"project/stock-the-store-that-builds-success/10436361/","projectTitle":"Stock the Store That Builds Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10308423_orig.jpg?crop=2084,2084,x231,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760145836585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10308423"},{"teacherId":10308423,"projectId":10301044,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students through \"From Hungry to Happy: Snacks for the Ms. Mel Bucks!\" Your generosity is going to make such a big difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nMy students work hard to earn their Ms. Mel Bucks, which they can use in our classroom store to choose snacks and fun rewards. For some of my students, having a snack at school is more than just a treat—it helps them feel cared for, ready to learn, and excited to be at school.\r\n\r\nSeeing their faces light up when they get to \"shop\" with their hard-earned Mel Bucks is one of my favorite parts of the school week. Your donation is helping create those happy moments while also teaching my students about responsibility, effort, and making positive choices.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping turn hungry into happy! Your kindness truly means so much to me and my students. ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1786224857124,"projectUrl":"project/from-hungry-to-happy-snacks-for-the-ms/10301044/","projectTitle":"From Hungry to Happy: Snacks for the Ms. Mel Bucks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10308423_orig.jpg?crop=2084,2084,x231,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760145836585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10308423"},{"teacherId":10308423,"projectId":10301065,"letterContent":"My students are already so excited about our classroom store and all of the fun things they will be able to earn with their Mel Bucks this school year! Having a store filled with snacks, small prizes, and fun items gives them something to look forward to and makes working hard feel rewarding.\r\n\r\nFor my students, especially those who may struggle with motivation, having a tangible reward can make a big difference. Mel Bucks encourage students to make positive choices, stay focused, complete their work, and show good behavior. The classroom store gives them a chance to make their own choices and feel proud when they have earned enough Mel Bucks to purchase something they really want.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this project helps create a positive and encouraging classroom environment where students feel successful. Seeing their excitement when they earn Mel Bucks and get to shop at the store is incredibly rewarding. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where hard work, effort, and positive choices are celebrated!","fullyFundedDate":1782063003393,"projectUrl":"project/building-life-skills-with-mel-bucks-rewa/10301065/","projectTitle":"Building Life Skills with Mel Bucks Rewards and Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10308423_orig.jpg?crop=2084,2084,x231,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760145836585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10308423"},{"teacherId":10308423,"projectId":10092334,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our 7th and 8th grade special education classroom store. Because of your kindness, we were able to stock our store with a variety of snacks, including chips, Capri Suns, and many other exciting items.\r\n\r\nOur students earn \"Mel Bucks\" through positive behavior, effort, and growth, and they use them to shop in the store. When the donations arrived and they saw the shelves fully stocked, their excitement was incredible—it truly made their day! More importantly, it motivates them to continue making positive choices and working hard.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond just providing snacks—it helps build responsibility, encourages positive behavior, and creates a fun and rewarding environment for our students. We are so grateful for your generosity and for making such a meaningful impact in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1770779734806,"projectUrl":"project/help-fill-ms-mels-classroom-store/10092334/","projectTitle":"Help Fill Ms. Mels Classroom Store.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10308423_orig.jpg?crop=2084,2084,x231,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760145836585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10308423"},{"teacherId":10308423,"projectId":10093393,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our 7th and 8th grade special education classroom store. Because of your kindness, we were able to stock our store with a variety of snacks, including chips, Capri Suns, and many other exciting items.\r\n\r\nOur students earn \"Mel Bucks\" through positive behavior, effort, and growth, and they use them to shop in the store. When the donations arrived and they saw the shelves fully stocked, their excitement was incredible—it truly made their day! More importantly, it motivates them to continue making positive choices and working hard.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond just providing snacks—it helps build responsibility, encourages positive behavior, and creates a fun and rewarding environment for our students. We are so grateful for your generosity and for making such a meaningful impact in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1770866222983,"projectUrl":"project/ms-mels-class-store/10093393/","projectTitle":"Ms. Mel's Class Store","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10308423_orig.jpg?crop=2084,2084,x231,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760145836585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10308423"},{"teacherId":10256322,"projectId":9708060,"letterContent":"We are using the new soft seat cushions daily in our calming corner to help students regulate their emotions and bodies. One meaningful moment was when a student independently chose a cushion during a sensory break, sat quietly, and returned to learning feeling calm and ready—something that was very difficult for them before.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the cushions, they were excited and curious. They immediately noticed how comfortable they were and quickly learned that the calming corner is a safe, supportive space to reset when they feel overwhelmed.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue learning how to use the calming corner appropriately by pairing the cushions with breathing strategies, visual supports, and guided regulation activities. 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