{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"William Tilden Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":42.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3405982,"projectId":9751729,"letterContent":"We are very grateful for your support of this project! My students have worked very hard learning how to cultivate and care for plants. They are also learning that this care extends to all living things, not just plants. While they are continuing to grow and tend to new plants, it is with heavy heart that we concede that our plants will not be flower show ready by the appointed time. We have faced numerous setbacks due to unforeseen circumstances, and while we have fought past the critters, the temperature and lighting issues, and other such challenges, we see little hope for another comeback.\r\n I am very proud of my students who have faithfully persevered through disappointment after disappointment, along with their teacher. In fact, this is one of the greatest life lesson we can learn--to keep going no matter many times we are knocked down. We are learning from our mistakes and trying different things along the way.\r\n Thank you for helping to create this very valuable learning experience for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1758844033046,"projectUrl":"project/were-competing-in-the-philadelphia-flow/9751729/","projectTitle":"We're Competing in the Philadelphia Flower Show!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3405982_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600600964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/charlette-walker"},{"teacherId":3405982,"projectId":9671431,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to fully fund this project! Students cannot complete assignments in my computer lab without access to working technology. Our desktops use wireless keyboards and mice. When the keyboards are damaged, the entire computer has to be sent out in order for them to be replaced. This impacts every class that comes to my lab. I teach every class in the school at some point during the school year.\r\n The new Apple Keyboards help us to continue with uninterrupted instruction across all classes. We are so very grateful for these new keyboards! Thank you so much helping to support my classrooms!","fullyFundedDate":1757552332351,"projectUrl":"project/apple-keyboard-magic/9671431/","projectTitle":"Apple Keyboard Magic!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3405982_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600600964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/charlette-walker"},{"teacherId":3405982,"projectId":9305872,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to this project! Our plan is to begin a recycling and composting program at our school, but we are delayed at the moment. We are awaiting news that will determine whether our school re-opens in the Fall or closes at the end of this year. This is very frustrating considering the amount of time and effort that went into building our outdoor garden and classroom area.\r\n Whether here or at another location we intend to continue with our plans. As such, we are grateful for the compost bins, tools, and other materials that will be used to maintain this space. It is generous donors such as yourself that encourage me to keep going, even in the midst of setbacks. Thank you so much for all you do!","fullyFundedDate":1746648303744,"projectUrl":"project/composting-for-our-community-garden/9305872/","projectTitle":"Composting for Our Community Garden!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3405982_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600600964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/charlette-walker"},{"teacherId":3405982,"projectId":9300614,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for these amazing graphing calculators! My students were so disappointed last year when they took the state standardized tests. We did not have enough working calculators and the ones that did work only calculated basic functions. Since I do not teach math, I assumed (incorrectly) that the school would provide what was needed for all the students. I promised that I would rectify the situation for the following year.\r\n Thanks to Diane and Young Sheldon, we now have very high quality calculators! I would not have been able to purchase these on my own since they were quite expensive. I truly appreciate the support! Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1746534616020,"projectUrl":"project/graphing-calculators-to-boost-our-succes/9300614/","projectTitle":"Graphing Calculators to Boost Our Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3405982_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600600964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/charlette-walker"},{"teacherId":3405982,"projectId":9407526,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to provide some fun activities for my students to play with when they complete their assignments. We have not used them in our outdoor space yet, but they are great incentives to keep students on task. \r\n \r\n The gardening club loves the colorful plant labels which they use every time they plant new plants. They also used the watering cans when the rain gauge indicates there has not been enough rain in our outdoor space.\r\n\r\n Today, when I had to cover a class I had last marking period, they had Connect 4 challenges and seemed to have a lot of fun! I am always grateful for the support in engaging my students and giving them opportunities they might not have otherwise. You are a blessing to me! Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1749946872842,"projectUrl":"project/greening-up-our-green-space/9407526/","projectTitle":"Greening Up Our Green Space!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3405982_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600600964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/charlette-walker"},{"teacherId":3405982,"projectId":9293142,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity! My students love using the new colored pencils and markers! Previously, they had complained so much about the markers that were drying out and we did not have colored pencils. I enjoy watching them create colorful projects using their new supplies!\r\n Since I teach in a computer lab, I don't often have the opportunity to see their creativity on paper (although I have found their doodles on my desks and tables, so I know I have talented students!)\r\n It is getting harder and harder to make sure my students have everything they need to be successful. We appreciate people like you! Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1746500022582,"projectUrl":"project/unleashing-our-creativity/9293142/","projectTitle":"Unleashing Our Creativity!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3405982_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600600964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/charlette-walker"},{"teacherId":3405982,"projectId":9410407,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to provide snacks for my students! These will help to keep students motivated throughout the school day and during our after-school program. Many of my students get cranky and frustrated when they are hungry and a snack gives them the motivation they need to keep going.\r\n\r\nWe all appreciate everything you do to make this learning possible. It seems like the job of a teacher gets more and more difficult as the years go by. It is the support of donors like you that help us persevere. You mean the world to us and we are grateful for you! Thanks again so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1749946873751,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-motivate-the-hangry/9410407/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Motivate the Hangry!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3405982_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600600964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/charlette-walker"},{"teacherId":3405982,"projectId":9183536,"letterContent":"Our plants were so tiny when they arrived in the mail. Now they are thriving and are so beautiful in just a few months! I will continue to care for them over the summer., and next school year, as the plants continue to grow, I will teach my students how to divide and propagate them so that we can make new plants.\r\n\r\nStudents who grew plants from cuttings and cared for them throughout the school year were given the opportunity to take their plants home or sell them at our end of the year plant sale. This actually motivated other students to participate in the gardening program next year. I am happy to be able to help my students develop this very important skill.\r\n \r\nThanks again for making a difference in the lives of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1742943710710,"projectUrl":"project/growing-our-indoor-garden/9183536/","projectTitle":"Growing Our Indoor Garden!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3405982_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600600964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/charlette-walker"},{"teacherId":6231779,"projectId":6944955,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Art Therapy\" project. The day the coloring books, markers, and colored pencils arrived, my students were filled with joy and curiosity. Several students immediately gathered around the new supplies, flipping through the pages and picking out their favorite colors. One student softly said, \"This is exactly what I needed today.\" These materials have created a calm, welcoming space where students can express themselves freely and decompress from the stresses of daily life.\r\n\r\nWe've integrated the art supplies into our daily routine, offering art therapy time during transitions, after challenging moments, and as part of social-emotional learning lessons. Students now have a creative outlet to manage their emotions and practice mindfulness. One powerful moment happened when a student who often struggles with anxiety sat quietly for twenty minutes, fully immersed in coloring—something that hadn't happened in weeks. It's clear that this project has become much more than just art time; it's become a vital tool for emotional regulation and mental health.\r\n\r\nThanks to the support of The DonorsChoose community and our generous Anonymous Partner, I've been able to provide a safe, soothing space where students can reflect, recharge, and feel seen. The next step is to introduce guided art prompts that help students explore their feelings more deeply. Your kindness has brought color, peace, and healing into our classroom—thank you from the bottom of our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1674737970347,"projectUrl":"project/art-therapy/6944955/","projectTitle":"Art Therapy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Appling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6231779_orig.jpg?crop=1955,1955,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574782839837","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6231779"},{"teacherId":6231779,"projectId":6886743,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in supporting our \"Essential Needs\" project. Because of you, I was able to provide students with basic hygiene items like toothbrushes, deodorant, and lotion—things that many of us take for granted, but which some of my students do not always have access to. When the materials arrived, students were genuinely touched. A few quietly asked if they could take items home, and one student even whispered, \"I've needed this for a long time.\" Your kindness met a very real and immediate need.\r\n\r\nThese supplies have had a powerful impact on my classroom beyond physical health—they've helped restore confidence and dignity. When students feel clean and cared for, they are more focused, more present, and more willing to engage in learning. I've noticed students participating more in class discussions and attending school more consistently. It's a reminder that meeting basic needs is foundational to academic success.\r\n\r\nThanks to The DonorsChoose community and our generous Anonymous Partner, I've been able to support not just students' learning, but their overall well-being. This project has created a more compassionate and supportive classroom environment, and I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to show my students that they are seen, valued, and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1670638602684,"projectUrl":"project/essential-needs/6886743/","projectTitle":"Essential Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Appling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6231779_orig.jpg?crop=1955,1955,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574782839837","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6231779"},{"teacherId":6231779,"projectId":6116174,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Math Centers project! When the new materials arrived, my students were immediately curious and excited. Many of them eagerly asked, \"Can we use these today?\" and we jumped right in! Their eyes lit up at the sight of colorful manipulatives, engaging games, and hands-on learning tools that made math feel more like play than work.\r\n\r\nSince then, our classroom has transformed during math time. We've implemented rotating math centers where students practice skills like place value, fractions, and problem-solving in small groups. One memorable moment came when a student who often struggles with confidence completed a multi-step logic puzzle and exclaimed, \"I didn't know I could do that!\" These centers are allowing for more targeted instruction and meaningful practice, and students are more engaged and enthusiastic than ever.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're continuing to build on their skills with real-world math challenges and peer collaboration. These resources have opened doors to differentiated instruction and joyful learning experiences. Thank you for making this possible—you've had a direct and lasting impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1649378650567,"projectUrl":"project/math-centers/6116174/","projectTitle":"Math Centers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Appling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6231779_orig.jpg?crop=1955,1955,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574782839837","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6231779"},{"teacherId":3405982,"projectId":9057080,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to provide the protective gear for our computer lab laptops! There is so much expense involved in maintaining a computer lab that is used by hundreds of students. Laptop cases and keyboard covers go a long way towards making sure that we can use the technology for a long time! \r\n I believe I speak for all teachers when I say that your generosity to greatly appreciated! It is exhausting and expensive to have to use our personal funds over and over to ensure that we can do our jobs effectively. Thank you for all you do to make our jobs less stressful! You are our heroes!","fullyFundedDate":1738791216176,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-basics-needed/9057080/","projectTitle":"Classroom Basics Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3405982_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657600600964","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/charlette-walker"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_90726","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":266,"numTeachers":19,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":8,"percentBlack":75,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":12,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"5 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.0,"schoolId":90726,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about William Tilden Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"William Tilden Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/philadelphia-city-school-district/tilden-middle-school/90726"}