{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wilbur & Theresa Faiss Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":25.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":545388,"projectId":10235419,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through your generous donation to our LEGO Education project! Your kindness is providing my students with exciting hands-on learning opportunities that will help bring science concepts to life.\r\nAlthough we have not yet used these materials, we plan to incorporate them as an end-of-unit culminating activity. Students will use the LEGO Education kits to apply what they have learned, work collaboratively, solve problems, and think creatively as they demonstrate their understanding in a fun and engaging way.\r\nExperiences like these help students make meaningful connections and create lasting memories while building important skills such as teamwork, communication, and critical thinking. Thank you for investing in my students and helping make learning exciting. Your support truly makes a difference, and we are grateful for the opportunities you have provided!","fullyFundedDate":1778356183655,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-science-to-life-with-lego-educa/10235419/","projectTitle":"Bringing Science to Life With Lego Education Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp545388_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522266194936","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kodonnell"},{"teacherId":545388,"projectId":10299868,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping make our Glow Day possible! Your generosity is giving my students something exciting to look forward to as we celebrate their hard work and all they have accomplished throughout the school year.\r\nWe will be saving these special supplies for the last week of school, when we will turn our classroom into a fun glowing celebration. It will be a wonderful way for students to relax, have fun, build positive memories with their classmates, and finish the year on a high note.\r\nI am so grateful for your support of my students. Donations like yours make it possible to create memorable experiences that they may not otherwise have the opportunity to enjoy. Thank you for helping us end our school year with a little extra sparkle!","fullyFundedDate":1780294310157,"projectUrl":"project/bright-futures-an-end-of-year-glow-day/10299868/","projectTitle":"Bright Futures: An End-of-Year Glow Day Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp545388_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522266194936","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kodonnell"},{"teacherId":6543756,"projectId":10030785,"letterContent":"My students had the most incredible end of school year thanks to your projects. Not only did they learn and grow by having access to games they could play and direct instruction in how to participate in game nights, but they also got to spend time with their peers enjoying these donations! \r\n\r\nThis led to students having a great summer and one parent even told me games are a little bit easier for their family now. \r\n\r\nThis is the impact I was hoping for and that was thanks to your donation. \r\n\r\nPS: we also learned organizational skills because we had A LOT to put away!","fullyFundedDate":1768756160898,"projectUrl":"project/creating-opportunities-for-my-students-t/10030785/","projectTitle":"Creating Opportunities for My Students to Make Friends!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Mccormack","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6543756_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768542462921","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6543756"},{"teacherId":9167362,"projectId":10358411,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your contribution! My students will be so excited when they see the new additions to my classroom. My district has been hit very hard by budget cuts so funds are very low for even the essentials, so your help is even more appreciated.\r\n\r\nMy students will use the craft supplies when creating projects throughout the year. They will also use them in my multicultural club that will be a new addition to my school! \r\n I also appreciate the storage items as well as they have become necessary for some of my supplies that have outgrown their container. The storage items as well help with everyday handout organization as we are moving back towards paper and pencil assignments.","fullyFundedDate":1783343235555,"projectUrl":"project/social-studies-help/10358411/","projectTitle":"Social Studies Help","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9167362"},{"teacherId":545388,"projectId":10374981,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring essential oils into our classroom! Your generosity has helped us create a calm, welcoming space where students can feel comfortable, focused, and ready to learn.\r\nWith school starting next week, our classroom is officially prepared and ready for the year ahead. These essential oils will be a special part of our wellness routines as we work on creating a positive environment that supports both learning and well-being.\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us make our classroom a place where they can feel cared for, supported, and ready to take on new challenges. We appreciate you more than you know!","fullyFundedDate":1784579060402,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-essential-oils/10374981/","projectTitle":"Back to School Essential Oils","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp545388_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522266194936","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kodonnell"},{"teacherId":545388,"projectId":10268199,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring essential oils into our classroom! Your generosity has helped us create a calm, welcoming space where students can feel comfortable, focused, and ready to learn.\r\nWith school starting next week, our classroom is officially prepared and ready for the year ahead. These essential oils will be a special part of our wellness routines as we work on creating a positive environment that supports both learning and well-being.\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us make our classroom a place where they can feel cared for, supported, and ready to take on new challenges. We appreciate you more than you know!","fullyFundedDate":1779164643982,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calm-classroom-with-essential/10268199/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calm Classroom with Essential Oils","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp545388_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522266194936","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kodonnell"},{"teacherId":545388,"projectId":10251767,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping stock our classroom with healthy snacks! Because of your generosity, our 6th graders will start the school year knowing they have nutritious options available whenever they need a little extra fuel to learn, grow, and succeed.\r\nSchool starts next week, and thanks to your kindness, our snack shelf is fully stocked and ready to go! Your support means so much, not just to me, but to every student who walks through our classroom door. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us create a healthy, welcoming environment from day one. We can't wait to kick off an amazing school year!","fullyFundedDate":1778068739404,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-student-wellness-and-hands-on/10251767/","projectTitle":"Supporting Student Wellness and Hands-On Science Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp545388_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522266194936","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kodonnell"},{"teacherId":2162310,"projectId":10006199,"letterContent":"*********************\r\nDear Donors, \r\n\r\nFirst, my sincere apologies for the delay in sending this thank you letter and expressing my gratitude for funding my \"Communicate Mathematically, Spark Creativity and Understanding!\" Tomorrow is the last day of school, and I feel like I am finally able to sit, catch my breath, and pen this thank-you letter.\r\n\r\nThe chart paper and the scent markers were a big hit with the students! During a lesson on describing proportional relationships, students worked in small groups to explain several different relationships. It was fun to see the students get excited about having choices in the markers. Afterwards, the small groups engaged in a gallery walk to compare and contrast how groups explained their thinking. \r\n\r\nWhen I used the yellow chart paper to create an anchor chart on percent proportions, the students commented how different it was to see the yellow paper because they were used to seeing only white chart paper. This may not sound like a big deal, but it was! \r\n \r\nThank you again for funding my project, and I apologize once again for the delay in expressing my appreciation.","fullyFundedDate":1768674441564,"projectUrl":"project/communicate-mathematically-spark-creat/10006199/","projectTitle":"Communicate Mathematically, Spark Creativity and Understanding!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gail Sabbs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2162310_orig.jpg?crop=1299,1299,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768383829787","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sabbs"},{"teacherId":4370340,"projectId":10192116,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity in funding our project, \"Art Supplies for the A in STEAM.\" When the boxes arrived in our classroom, my students were absolutely thrilled. Seeing a delivery of brand-new, high-quality supplies immediately made them feel valued and excited to dive into our next science unit. The energy in the room was palpable as we unboxed everything, and they couldn't wait to put these resources to use.\r\n\r\nWe immediately integrated the supplies into our current unit exploring ecosystems and data analysis. The students used the new art materials to construct detailed, vibrant food webs, which helped them visually map out the complex flow of energy between organisms. Furthermore, they utilized the supplies to draw precise, clear graphs to analyze data surrounding a simulated biodome failure. Having the right tools allowed them to focus deeply on the critical thinking and scientific inquiry required for the lesson, turning a complex abstract concept into a hands-on, memorable learning experience.\r\n\r\nBeyond the daily classroom activities, the professional science posters have completely transformed our learning environment, giving it a fresh, academic feel that inspires everyone who walks through the door. Best of all, the mirrors have had a profound impact on my students' self-image. When they look into them surrounded by their work, they can truly see themselves as real scientists. Your support has not only provided essential tools but has also fostered a sense of belonging and professional pride in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1777562437064,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies-for-the-a-in-steam/10192116/","projectTitle":"Art Supplies for the A in STEAM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dittrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4370340_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506889465437","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4370340"},{"teacherId":545388,"projectId":10138331,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping fund a MacBook for my 6th grade students. Your generosity is giving students access to meaningful opportunities to research, collect data, collaborate, and build important real-world technology skills.\r\n\r\nThis donation will make a direct impact on their learning and help create a more engaging and hands-on classroom environment. My students are excited to use this technology to explore science in deeper and more meaningful ways.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and in the future of these students. Your kindness and support truly make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1778106846425,"projectUrl":"project/preparing-future-scientists-with-digital/10138331/","projectTitle":"Preparing Future Scientists with Digital Research Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Donnell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp545388_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522266194936","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kodonnell"},{"teacherId":8152275,"projectId":10031462,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Kleenex, Clorox wipes, a HEPA filter, large Post-it notes, and a broom and dustpan. Your thoughtfulness has made a real difference in our classroom environment. The Kleenex, wipes, and HEPA filter help keep our room clean and healthy, giving students a fresh space where they can focus without distractions. The broom and dustpan have also been simple but powerful additions, allowing us to take pride in maintaining our classroom together. My students notice the difference—our room feels brighter, tidier, and more inviting every single day.\r\n\r\nThe large Post-it notes have become one of our favorite learning tools, especially during our writing units. Students use them to brainstorm ideas, map out their essay structures, and revise their drafts step by step. Following the writing process has become more interactive and creative thanks to this resource. These materials have given my students both the comfort of a clean classroom and the confidence to express their ideas more clearly. We are deeply grateful for your support and for helping us build an environment where students can thrive academically and personally.","fullyFundedDate":1768698768908,"projectUrl":"project/make-meaningful-learning-possible/10031462/","projectTitle":"Make Meaningful Learning Possible!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8152275"},{"teacherId":3358936,"projectId":10075945,"letterContent":"While our original plan for a mobile cart hit a snag due to availability, I am thrilled to share that your generosity was immediately diverted into a massive influx of maker materials! Instead of just a way to move supplies, our 8th graders now have an even deeper 'treasure chest' of resources to pull from.\r\n\r\nThese materials have turned our classroom into a high-energy workshop. My students are currently using the supplies to [mention a specific task, e.g., prototype bridge designs/build circuits], and having a surplus of materials means they aren't afraid to make mistakes and try again. Thank you for staying flexible with us and for putting these tools directly into the hands of our young innovators!\"\r\n\r\nThank you for all your help.","fullyFundedDate":1778068714572,"projectUrl":"project/a-mobile-maker-space-for-8th-grade-learn/10075945/","projectTitle":"A Mobile Maker Space for 8th Grade Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jablon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3358936_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625785021106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-jablon"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_94337","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1234,"numTeachers":57,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":11,"percentBlack":21,"percentWhite":20,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":31,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":3,"percentMultiracialImputed":11,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"21.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":74.1,"schoolId":94337,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Wilbur & Theresa Faiss Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Wilbur & Theresa Faiss Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/wilbur-theresa-faiss-mid-school/94337"}