{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Washington Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":57.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10248878,"projectId":9714663,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of my classroom. I want to share how your donation has evolved to meet the specific needs of my students this semester.\r\n\r\nWhile my original proposal focused on a student newsroom, I realized that for my group of newcomer English Learners, we needed to focus first on foundational expression. We pivoted our project to focus on Visual Storytelling and Literacy, using the Smart TV you funded to help students express what they learned in their own words.\r\n\r\nThe impact of having this technology in our room has been transformative in two specific ways:\r\n\r\n1. Accelerating Literacy Learning For my newcomers, the Smart TV became the focal point of our literacy instruction. Instead of struggling with small text in a book, we used the large screen to project text, analyze sentence structures, and build vocabulary together as a group. It allowed students to see the connection between spoken and written English clearly. The visuals we displayed helped bridge the gap between their native languages and English, making reading and writing much more accessible and engaging.\r\n\r\n2. Real-Life Learning and Digital Skills Even though we moved away from the journalism angle, the project still provided critical real-world context. Students used Canva to design digital posters about Science and Social Emotional Learning (SEL). When they projected their digital posters onto the TV to present to the class, they were practicing real-life skills: digital design, public speaking, and using professional technology.\r\n\r\nWhether creating posters on paper or digitally, your donation gave my students a platform to visualize their thoughts and share their hearts. Thank you for providing the tools that are helping my students read, write, and succeed in their new community.","fullyFundedDate":1757910823797,"projectUrl":"project/our-community-news-broadcast/9714663/","projectTitle":"Our Community News Broadcast","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Joo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10248878_orig.jpg?crop=1124,1124,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757884550182","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10248878"},{"teacherId":7938683,"projectId":9309053,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom was able to bring \"Squeeze the Stress: Student Wellness Outreach Through Slime Kits\" to life! The excitement was immediate—the moment my students saw the boxes of slime-making supplies, their faces lit up with curiosity and joy. Many of them had never made slime before, and the opportunity to mix, stretch, and experiment with textures became more than just a fun science activity. It turned into a hands-on way to learn about mindfulness and stress relief.\r\nWe used the kits as part of our wellness lessons, exploring how sensory activities can help calm the mind and reduce anxiety. Students worked together in small groups to create their own slime \"stress relievers,\" choosing colors and scents that made them feel peaceful and happy. One of my favorite moments was seeing a student who often struggles with anxiety smile proudly and say, \"This actually helps me focus better.\"\r\nLooking ahead, my students are now planning to share what they have learned by creating a \"Calm Corner\" in our classroom, filled with the slime they made and other sensory tools. This project has not only given them a fun and creative outlet but also empowered them with lifelong strategies for managing stress and supporting one another's well-being. Thank you for making this meaningful experience possible. We could not have done it without you.","fullyFundedDate":1746808021885,"projectUrl":"project/squeeze-the-stress-student-wellness-out/9309053/","projectTitle":"Squeeze the Stress: Student Wellness Outreach Through Slime Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Felipe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7938683"},{"teacherId":8648432,"projectId":9772517,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation. My students were overjoyed when they saw all of the equipment ordered & couldn't wait to put them to good use. The students went out & enjoyed some time in the sun playing while breaking in the new basketballs & volleyballs. We hope to set up our portable net soon & play a game of volleyball together soon.\r\n\r\n We are all looking forward to having more days of getting out of the classroom & getting some exercise in. The volleyballs & net set along w/ the extra basketballs will give my students a variety of physical activities we can enjoy together. Having fun together, getting some exercise in to burn off the stresses of the school day & making lasting memories of good times with classmates is a win/win for all of us. Thank you again for your generous donation, my students will definitely put the new equipment to good use!!!","fullyFundedDate":1759242211041,"projectUrl":"project/lets-destress-play-and-make-memories/9772517/","projectTitle":"Let's Destress, Play, and Make Memories Along the Way!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tamabayashi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8648432"},{"teacherId":7938671,"projectId":9158071,"letterContent":"Our students happy to have access to the tools they need to explore colleges & career \r\npathways!\r\n\r\nStudents were so surprised and happy when we told them our project was fully funded. Your generous gift means our students will not have to go without.\r\n\r\nRecently, our AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) students hosted a College Fair for their Ohana and our school community. Students shared their college knowledge using the display boards they made using the funds provided by Donors Choose.\r\n\r\n🌺 Mahalo Nui Loa!","fullyFundedDate":1741919624387,"projectUrl":"project/our-journey-to-college-career/9158071/","projectTitle":"Our Journey to College & Career!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7938671_orig.png?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629396534233","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7938671"},{"teacherId":7662450,"projectId":8220029,"letterContent":"Words can hardly express the immense gratitude my students and I feel for your incredible generosity. The day the boxes with our new heat press, 3D printer, and classroom supplies arrived was one of pure excitement and joy. The students' eyes grew wide with wonder as we unboxed each item, and the buzz in the room was palpable. They couldn't believe these state-of-the-art tools were for them. Thank you for making that unforgettable moment possible.\r\n\r\nWe have wasted no time putting your gifts to use! Our first major project was a school-spirit initiative. Students worked in teams to design a new logo for our class that represented our goals for the year. They learned the basics of digital design and then watched in awe as the 3D printer brought their ideas to life, one layer at a time, creating keychains and small statues of their logos. One student, who often struggles to engage in traditional lessons, spent hours perfecting his 3D model. Seeing the tangible result of his focus and effort—a physical object he could hold in his hand—gave him a tangible sense of pride I have rarely seen from him before.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part was using the heat press to transfer their final designs onto hats. The students cheered each other on as they carefully pressed their logos, creating professional-quality items they can use every day. These weren't just art projects; they were lessons in design thinking, collaboration, and seeing a complex process through from start to finish. And thanks to the storage bins you provided, all our vinyl, filament, and tools are kept perfectly organized, while the vacuum helps us maintain our new \"maker space\" with a sense of shared responsibility.\r\n\r\nOur recent award celebration was the perfect culmination of this project. We recognized students for academic achievements and milestones, and the incentive items you funded were the prizes. The top design teams were awarded with their very own custom 3D-printed trophies. This powerfully reinforced the idea that hard work and creativity are truly valued and celebrated in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYou have not just given us supplies; you have given us the tools to innovate, the motivation to excel, and the means to celebrate our success. You have invested in my students' creativity and their future. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for making such a profound impact on our learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1708201568882,"projectUrl":"project/creative-excellence-inspiring-awards-a/8220029/","projectTitle":"Creative Excellence: Inspiring Awards and Festivities","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7662450"},{"teacherId":7939861,"projectId":8218482,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support. Your contribution has brought fresh energy, enthusiasm, and a sense of inspiration to our classroom. From the moment your support became a part of our learning environment, my students responded with excitement and curiosity. It was clear they felt encouraged and motivated to engage in new ways, and that feeling has continued to grow each day.\r\n\r\nTheir reactions were full of joy and surprise. It was heartwarming to see how proud and eager they were to explore, create, and collaborate with each other. Your generosity has helped build a space where students feel safe taking creative risks and expressing their ideas. They are more confident, more engaged, and more connected to the learning process.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our journey this school year, my students are building on this momentum through activities that challenge their thinking and support their growth. Your support has made that possible. Thank you for believing in the power of creativity in education and for helping create opportunities that will have a lasting impact on our students.","fullyFundedDate":1708557389652,"projectUrl":"project/promoting-student-creativity-to-support/8218482/","projectTitle":"Promoting Student Creativity to Support Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939861"},{"teacherId":7939861,"projectId":8878606,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support. Your contribution has brought encouragement, positivity, and a renewed sense of excitement to our classroom. Knowing that others believe in our students has made a meaningful difference in their outlook and engagement with school.\r\n\r\nMy students were truly uplifted. Their reactions were filled with joy, curiosity, and a sense of being seen and valued. Your support has helped create a learning environment that feels more inspiring and full of possibility for all of us.\r\n\r\nAs we move through the school year, I look forward to continuing to foster growth, creativity, and connection. Your generosity has had a lasting impact, and we are incredibly grateful to have your support on this journey.","fullyFundedDate":1729242838333,"projectUrl":"project/making-learning-fun-through-creativity/8878606/","projectTitle":"Making Learning Fun Through Creativity!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939861"},{"teacherId":7939861,"projectId":8947894,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous support. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and my students felt that impact immediately. Their excitement and enthusiasm were clear from the moment your contribution arrived, and they were eager to engage and participate more actively in their learning.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a more engaging and dynamic classroom environment. Students are more involved, more confident, and more motivated to explore new ideas and challenges. It has been a joy to witness their growth and renewed interest in learning each day.\r\n\r\nWe are continuing to build on this progress, and I am looking forward to the continued development and success of my students. Thank you for believing in them and for helping provide opportunities that truly support their learning. Your generosity is deeply appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1734129616904,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-activities-for-successful-learn/8947894/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Activities for Successful Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939861"},{"teacherId":7939861,"projectId":9158947,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous support. Your kindness has had a meaningful and lasting impact on my students and our classroom community.\r\n\r\nSince receiving your support, I have seen an increase in student enthusiasm, participation, and confidence. Each day, they are more engaged, more curious, and more willing to take academic risks. It has been incredibly rewarding to watch them grow and support one another in their learning.\r\n\r\nWe are continuing to build on this positive momentum, and I am excited for all that lies ahead. Thank you for believing in our work and for making a difference in the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1742010894538,"projectUrl":"project/effective-learning-through-hands-on-acti/9158947/","projectTitle":"Effective Learning Through Hands On Activities!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939861"},{"teacherId":7938683,"projectId":9172218,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed into a more organized, engaging, and emotionally supportive learning environment. The new materials are not only tools for instruction—they've become the heartbeat of our daily routines and a spark for deeper student engagement.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new hands-on resources, their faces absolutely lit up. There were gasps, claps, and wide-eyed curiosity. One student even said, \"It feels like we're in a real workshop now!\"—a comment that melted my heart. They immediately gravitated toward the SEL activities and organizational tools, excited to explore them.\r\nWe recently used the materials for a project called \"Feelings in Motion\", where students built emotion wheels and participated in role-play scenarios to better understand empathy and communication. The hands-on tools made these abstract concepts come to life. Students worked together to organize their materials, share responsibilities, and reflect on how they were feeling—building both practical and emotional skills in the process.\r\n\r\nOne especially powerful moment came when a typically shy student used a feelings card to express frustration in a calm and constructive way. It opened up a valuable conversation and gave the entire class a lesson in empathy. That moment wouldn't have happened without the new SEL tools you helped us get.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students are beginning a \"My Mindful Toolbox\" project where they create personalized kits filled with strategies and materials that help them stay organized and regulate their emotions. These kits will continue to grow throughout the year, and the resources you provided will be used again and again to support their journey.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our school is not only more organized—it is a safe space where students are learning how to understand themselves and each other. Your gift has made a lasting difference, and we're so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1742171241514,"projectUrl":"project/organization-and-sel-through-hands-on-ac/9172218/","projectTitle":"Organization and SEL Through Hands on Activities!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Felipe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7938683"},{"teacherId":7939861,"projectId":9299365,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support! Because of you, my students had the opportunity to participate in a powerful learning experience that strengthened their social-emotional skills in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThrough this project, students explored what it means to work together, show empathy, and take initiative. They practiced skills like collaboration, communication, and emotional regulation—all in a real-world context that made learning feel relevant and exciting. For many, it was their first time stepping into leadership roles or actively thinking about how their actions impact others.\r\n\r\nI noticed students becoming more confident in themselves and more connected to one another. They encouraged their peers, solved problems as a team, and reflected on the importance of kindness, responsibility, and belonging. These are the kinds of learning experiences that stay with students far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible. Your support is helping students grow into thoughtful, compassionate, and resilient individuals—and that is a gift that will last a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1746459867209,"projectUrl":"project/smoothies-for-service-fueling-change-on/9299365/","projectTitle":"Smoothies for Service: Fueling Change One Cup at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7939861"},{"teacherId":7932498,"projectId":9161824,"letterContent":"Your support directly impacted my students' musical growth and ensures they have the tools they need to succeed. With your help, their instruments sound better than ever, and my students are more inspired to practice, perform, and continue their musical journey.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, I've been able to focus more on helping students develop ensemble skills, refine their tone quality, and express themselves musically—instead of spending valuable time dealing with worn or broken strings. It's been a game-changer for our classroom progress and overall musical growth.\r\n\r\nThe strings funded in this project have also lessened the stress of having a broken or rusting string with no new strings to replace it with. My students have also been able to practice changing out old or broken strings with the new strings you have funded. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in the arts and in these young musicians!","fullyFundedDate":1742047331804,"projectUrl":"project/new-strings-for-orchestra/9161824/","projectTitle":"New Strings For Orchestra!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maeshiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7932498_orig.jpg?crop=1268,1268,x896,y684&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691363492633","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932498"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50878","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":578,"numTeachers":55,"percentFrplEligible":56,"percentAsian":34,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":12,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"10.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":42.2,"schoolId":50878,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Washington Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Washington Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/honolulu-school-district/washington-middle-school/50878"}