{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Thornton Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":10.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2206381,"projectId":9742378,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom community and the many students in my classes. The students and I were very excited when the package came in. Students helped open it up and were ready to use it immediately. We have already been using it daily to project different curricular assignments. It makes it very convenient for the students to see a large projected version of the work and the ipad makes it so I, as their teacher can be mobile and move about the room while still controlling the projection. Mobility in the classroom is so valuable as I can provide real time re-directions and assistance while not stopping what I am doing. Thank you again for making sure our classroom stays current with technology and making hands-free instruction possible.","fullyFundedDate":1760722336178,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-needed-to-project-digital-texts/9742378/","projectTitle":"IPad Needed to Project Digital Texts!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2206381_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449690077270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2206381"},{"teacherId":2206381,"projectId":9507118,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating much needed supplies to help start our school year off right. The students are using yhe supplies daily but have really expressed how helpful it is to have the mice to connect to their laptops. They lead to better control when highlighting online. The pencils have been an invaluable resource that are used daily and the boxes of tissues are coming in handy with the seasonal sniffles. It is difficult to express how grateful I am to have supplies ready to meet the needs of our students. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1754699501600,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-create-a-welcoming-classroom-wit/9507118/","projectTitle":"Help Us Create a Welcoming Classroom with Materials and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2206381_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449690077270","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2206381"},{"teacherId":3097596,"projectId":9639176,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us level up our gaming equipment! With your support, we can now compete and play without worrying about slow or outdated technology. It makes a huge difference to focus on teamwork, strategy, and having fun together.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for us is being able to compete fairly and show what we can really do. We feel more confident, and it's awesome to see everyone encouraging each other. One of our classmates who used to be really quiet now joins in every game and has become a big part of our team.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped us build new friendships, practice skills we'll use in the future, and feel proud of what we can accomplish. Thank you for believing in us and helping us connect through gaming!","fullyFundedDate":1757443026094,"projectUrl":"project/next-level-gaming-helping-students-comp/9639176/","projectTitle":"Next Level Gaming: Helping Students Compete and Connect","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Register","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3097596_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473886399930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/register"},{"teacherId":3097596,"projectId":9310352,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Powering Innovation: VEX Motors and Sensors for Future Engineers. Your generosity provides my students with the tools they need to bring their ideas to life, test their creativity, and push the boundaries of what they thought was possible in robotics.\r\n\r\nWith these new motors and sensors, students are already practicing, experimenting, and imagining new possibilities. They are excited to push their designs further and explore everything they can do with the added sensors. These hands-on experiences not only spark curiosity but also build problem-solving, teamwork, and engineering skills that will prepare them for future opportunities in STEM fields.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than just equipment—it gives my students the confidence to experiment, take risks, and see themselves as true innovators. Thank you for believing in their potential and for helping us power the next generation of engineers.","fullyFundedDate":1755730914721,"projectUrl":"project/powering-innovation-vex-motors-and-sens/9310352/","projectTitle":"Powering Innovation: VEX Motors and Sensors for Future Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Register","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3097596_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473886399930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/register"},{"teacherId":3097596,"projectId":9136612,"letterContent":"We are thrilled to share our heartfelt thanks for supporting \"Expand Our Horizons: Our Prusa Core One 3D Printing Journey.\" Your generosity has opened a whole new world of creativity and innovation for our students!\r\n\r\nWith the Prusa Core One 3D printer, our students can bring their ideas to life—from prototypes in our Design Squad course to unique creations that spark curiosity and problem-solving skills. Already, students are exploring, experimenting, and gaining confidence in ways we could only imagine before your support.\r\n\r\nMy students are excited to see what they can create with the best in 3D printing technology. Thank you for helping us expand horizons and inspire the next generation of makers, designers, and engineers. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom—it's shaping the future!","fullyFundedDate":1742993507361,"projectUrl":"project/expand-our-horizons-our-prusa-core-one/9136612/","projectTitle":"Expand Our Horizons: Our Prusa Core One 3D Printing Journey","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Register","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3097596_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473886399930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/register"},{"teacherId":3097596,"projectId":9037963,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students now have access to a MacBook Air (had to switch due to product availability), and the impact has been incredible! This technology has opened up new possibilities for learning, allowing students to engage in hands-on activities like coding, graphic design, and 3D modeling. The MacBook's speed, reliability, and seamless integration with creative software like GarageBand, iMovie, and Xcode have given students an even greater range of tools to explore. With access to Apple's ecosystem, they can also use features like AirDrop for easy collaboration and accessibility tools that enhance learning for all students.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting things for my students is seeing their ideas come to life with high-quality graphics and smooth performance. They love experimenting with coding in Swift Playgrounds, editing videos, and designing digital projects with precision. One student, who had never coded before, has now taken a strong interest in app development. Another student who struggled with traditional assignments has found a new way to express their creativity through digital storytelling and design.\r\n\r\nThis MacBook Air has truly ignited a passion for technology in my classroom. It has made learning more engaging and empowered my students to develop skills that will benefit them far beyond the classroom. Thank you for believing in their potential and making this opportunity possible!","fullyFundedDate":1736966006014,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-innovators-with-a-dell/9037963/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Innovators With a Dell Inspiron Laptop","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Register","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3097596_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473886399930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/register"},{"teacherId":9779024,"projectId":8823870,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation towards getting batteries to power our PE timers. Now that we have these batteries we have been able to set up timer clocks for our classes whenever we run our weekly Cardio Days. Students are able to see what the clock is at on each lap of their mile runs and track their progress. This has allowed them to monitor their progress more closely. This has also helped us with being able to teach our students about pacing themselves so that they don't get too tired too quickly and are able to more effectively practice training their cardiovascular fitness. \r\n\r\nWith almost 2000 students across 10 different teachers classes all using the batteries to power the timer clocks every week, they have certainly led to great benefits for many people. Thank you again for contributing to making this happen for all our current and future students.","fullyFundedDate":1730819859355,"projectUrl":"project/battery-boost-for-active-youth/8823870/","projectTitle":"Battery Boost for Active Youth","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Scrutton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9779024"},{"teacherId":9767342,"projectId":8805668,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my students' learning! \r\nMy meditation students enjoy the enhanced sound from the new speaker I received on a daily basis. Our new speaker is much louder than the built -in projector speaker that we were using previously. The enhanced sound provides a more immersive meditative and relaxing experience for students. \r\nMy PE students all benefit from the visual aid of a new whiteboard. This is especially helpful for my students that are visual learners and when I need to display or diagram what I would like the students to do.","fullyFundedDate":1727752729748,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-pe-sports-units-lets-draw-u/8805668/","projectTitle":"Outdoor PE Sports Units... Let's Draw Up Some Plays!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. M's PE class","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9767342_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726777572852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/throntonyoga"},{"teacherId":3311382,"projectId":8815992,"letterContent":"We cannot thank you enough for your kind donation. Because of your generous donation, my students are able to de-escalate and calm their nerves with some important tools. The students are absolutely loving, choosing different toys from the bins. This helps the students get their minds off of something that might be troubling them at home. Many students tell me they are very happy to come to my room because it is a safe space for them. Because of your contribution, you have contributed to the safe space, and this is invaluable! Thanks again for your generosity. Means the world to us!","fullyFundedDate":1727215628409,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-kiddos-calm/8815992/","projectTitle":"Keeping Kiddos Calm!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trujillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3311382_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449163779208","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ilovedance"},{"teacherId":3097596,"projectId":8766403,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful to DonorsChoose and our amazing community members for funding this project and supporting our esports club at Thornton! Thanks to your generosity, we now have the tools to take our gaming and learning experiences to the next level. The additional Switch controllers and games have allowed more students to participate, fostering inclusivity and ensuring everyone can engage, connect, and grow.\r\n\r\nWith games like Nintendo Switch Sports, Super Mario Party, and Nintendo World Championships, our students are honing their teamwork, critical thinking, and adaptability in fun and challenging ways. The addition of capture cards has also sparked new interests in digital media and content creation, providing students with hands-on experience in recording and analyzing gameplay. This project has enhanced their skills and strengthened our sense of community, giving students a space where they can collaborate, compete, and support one another. Your support has made an incredible difference—thank you for believing in our club and helping us thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1731001900898,"projectUrl":"project/e-sports-tournament-season-two/8766403/","projectTitle":"E-Sports Tournament - Season Two","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Register","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3097596_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473886399930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/register"},{"teacherId":5829458,"projectId":8725543,"letterContent":"I wanted to share with you how your contribution has made a profound impact on both our students and our learning environment.\r\n\r\nSince the laptop arrived, it has been nothing short of transformative. It has opened up a world of possibilities for our students. In particular, it has allowed us to integrate technology into our lessons in a way that was previously not possible. The laptop has become a powerful tool for research, collaboration, and creativity. \r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting outcomes has been the increased level of engagement in our classroom. Students are more motivated and eager to participate, knowing they have access to technology that supports their learning. \r\n\r\nBeyond the classroom, the laptop has also helped nurture important 21st-century skills such as digital literacy, problem-solving, and critical thinking. 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