{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mills University Studies High School","outOfStateSupporters":38.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6724762,"projectId":4640781,"letterContent":"My students are using the new band supplies every day as we work to build strong fundamentals and become more confident musicians. The materials have helped us stay organized and better prepared for rehearsals, sectionals, and individual practice. One of the most exciting moments has been watching students use the new resources independently as they practice difficult passages, make adjustments, and take ownership of their musical progress. Having the right supplies available allows us to spend less time worrying about equipment and more time making music.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were excited to see the new supplies and immediately wanted to put them to use. They were especially excited to have resources that were specifically selected to meet the needs of our band program. Their enthusiasm has carried into our daily rehearsals, where students are becoming more confident in their ability to prepare music and solve musical challenges.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue applying these resources as we prepare our current music and build toward upcoming performances. Students will continue working on tone quality, intonation, rhythm, articulation, and ensemble skills while using the materials to support their individual practice. Most importantly, we are working toward creating independent musicians who understand how to identify areas for improvement and use the resources available to them to become better performers. Thank you for helping make that possible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1579830119359,"projectUrl":"project/band-woodwind-supplies/4640781/","projectTitle":"Band Woodwind Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Daniel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6724762_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752671569120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6724762"},{"teacherId":6724762,"projectId":5296781,"letterContent":"My students are using the new clarinets as they build their skills and confidence as young musicians. Having reliable, quality instruments has made a noticeable difference in our rehearsals because students can focus on producing a good sound, playing with proper technique, and learning their music instead of worrying about equipment problems. One of the most rewarding moments has been seeing students who were hesitant or frustrated become more confident as they discover what they can accomplish on an instrument that works properly.\r\n\r\nWhen the new clarinets arrived, the students were excited to see the instruments and eager to begin playing them. For many students, receiving a new instrument made music feel even more special and gave them a greater sense of pride and responsibility. We have talked about properly caring for the instruments and why taking care of our equipment is an important part of being a successful musician.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue developing strong fundamentals while preparing our current music for upcoming performances. Students will be working on tone quality, intonation, articulation, rhythm, and ensemble skills while using their new clarinets. These instruments will continue to support our students throughout the school year and help them develop the skills and confidence they need to become successful, independent musicians. Thank you for investing in our students and giving them this opportunity!","fullyFundedDate":1606834408884,"projectUrl":"project/new-clarinets/5296781/","projectTitle":"New Clarinets!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Daniel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6724762_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752671569120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6724762"},{"teacherId":6724762,"projectId":5094580,"letterContent":"My students are using the new band supplies every day as we work to build strong fundamentals and become more confident musicians. The materials have helped us stay organized and better prepared for rehearsals, sectionals, and individual practice. One of the most exciting moments has been watching students use the new resources independently as they practice difficult passages, make adjustments, and take ownership of their musical progress. Having the right supplies available allows us to spend less time worrying about equipment and more time making music.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were excited to see the new supplies and immediately wanted to put them to use. They were especially excited to have resources that were specifically selected to meet the needs of our band program. Their enthusiasm has carried into our daily rehearsals, where students are becoming more confident in their ability to prepare music and solve musical challenges.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue applying these resources as we prepare our current music and build toward upcoming performances. Students will continue working on tone quality, intonation, rhythm, articulation, and ensemble skills while using the materials to support their individual practice. Most importantly, we are working toward creating independent musicians who understand how to identify areas for improvement and use the resources available to them to become better performers. Thank you for helping make that possible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1597802219187,"projectUrl":"project/band-supplies/5094580/","projectTitle":"Band Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Daniel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6724762_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752671569120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6724762"},{"teacherId":9499809,"projectId":9838680,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for stocking my classroom with all of the necessary supplies for my students and giving us a place to put everything. This project allowed my students to have an organized storage space and new supplies to create everything that they could imagine! We have loved being able to work with new supplies and being able to explore new art making materials. \r\nStudents were excited and delighted at the sight of all of the possibilities new art supplies bring. They were so excited that they helped me put the shelves together and unpack the boxes on their own time. Being able to see the new supplies and help decide how to organize them really built a sense of community in our classroom. \r\nI can not say thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1762549411394,"projectUrl":"project/build-the-shelves-and-stock-the-shelves/9838680/","projectTitle":"Build the Shelves and Stock the Shelves!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9499809_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y563&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755534987889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9499809"},{"teacherId":9499809,"projectId":9595544,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my sincere thanks for the generous donation of a printing press to our art classroom. Your support has made a lasting impact on our students and the opportunities available to them for years to come.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, students are now able to experience and learn traditional printmaking techniques firsthand. Having access to a printing press allows them to understand the process, craftsmanship, and history behind printmaking in a way that would not be possible otherwise. It has elevated both their learning experience and their excitement for creating art.\r\n\r\nThis gift will be used for many years to come and will continue to inspire creativity, skill development, and a deeper appreciation for the arts. We are truly grateful for your commitment to arts education and for investing in our students' creative growth.","fullyFundedDate":1758798517761,"projectUrl":"project/the-power-of-print/9595544/","projectTitle":"The Power of Print!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9499809_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y563&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755534987889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9499809"},{"teacherId":9499809,"projectId":9749842,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of paper our art classroom. Your gift will have a meaningful impact on our students throughout this school year and into the next.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students will have access to a wide variety of quality papers to explore different techniques, experiment creatively, and confidently complete their art projects. Having these materials available allows students to focus on developing their skills and ideas without limitation, and it truly enhances their learning experience.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your kindness and commitment to supporting arts education. Your donation will be used daily and appreciated by every student who creates with it.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for helping make our classroom a place where creativity can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1758820914512,"projectUrl":"project/blank-paper-bold-dreams/9749842/","projectTitle":"Blank Paper, Bold Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9499809_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y563&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755534987889","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9499809"},{"teacherId":9750585,"projectId":9864454,"letterContent":"While I teach painting with the idea of students need to learn how to mix colors from the primary colors and tint and shade with white and black, the ability once they understand these concepts to start mixing colors from other pre-mixed colors is very important. The wide range of paints we now have available is a boon for the growth of my painting students as they move into more and more advanced projects on the year.\r\n\r\nWhen the painting supplies first arrived my students were very excited at the number of tubes of paint we were adding to the classroom. They kept asking about certain colors and wondering how we would be incorporating them into what we were doing.\r\n\r\nSo as we move forward, my students will be increasing the complexity of their painting projects by expanding the choices of colors on their palettes, and that is all thanks to you. We will start creating projects with more complex color harmonies, and play with different tints and shades and deepen our connection to color in the studio classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762549739562,"projectUrl":"project/professionals-with-a-paintbrush/9864454/","projectTitle":"Professionals With a Paintbrush","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9750585_orig.jpg?crop=856,856,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726434541833","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9750585"},{"teacherId":7554406,"projectId":9652943,"letterContent":"I extend my sincere gratitude for your generous donation to my students. The diverse collection of stories has significantly enhanced the learning experience, making lessons more engaging.\r\n\r\nI utilize these books to instruct various skills. Specifically, on a recent day, we focused on reading comprehension, requiring the students to identify the Who, When, and Where within the narrative. They displayed considerable enjoyment while listening to the story and examining the illustrations. I have also used other texts to reinforce this skill.\r\n\r\nThe students are enthusiastic about the new books. Their excitement is noticeable when a book is introduced, and they consistently demonstrate attentiveness and active engagement. They readily answer questions and formulate their own inquiries. I strongly encourage them to articulate their thought process, fostering a supportive environment where they can explore their understanding and respond to questions with confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1762179544066,"projectUrl":"project/building-the-love-of-books/9652943/","projectTitle":"Building the Love of Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7554406"},{"teacherId":9750585,"projectId":9749434,"letterContent":"Once again, thank your for the support you've shown my students and classroom by helping us gain the resources we need to delve further into art making. As we start this third quarter my students are beginning to learn how figure drawing works, and the tools we've gained have been instrumental in them learning more effectively.\r\n\r\nBy having a skeleton in the classroom we can combine science and art - anatomy - as a way to grow their skills of observation, their ability to understand what they are seeing when drawing the figure, and helping them put complex objects together on the page. The students were excited when they saw the skeleton and other tools we received and were excited to give them a try.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward the skeleton will play a central role in our drawing curriculum. The students are currently debating what name to give the skeleton, which means they are taking ownership of having it as a part of our art studio. We will continue to refer to the skeleton, use the drawing boards, and other materials as we delve deeper into figure drawing.","fullyFundedDate":1758819805976,"projectUrl":"project/anatomy-of-an-art-studio-classroom/9749434/","projectTitle":"Anatomy of an Art Studio Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9750585_orig.jpg?crop=856,856,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726434541833","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9750585"},{"teacherId":9750585,"projectId":9615982,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity my students are working vertically when drawing - the proper way to work. As students start a new drawing project they set up one of the new tabletop easels and create a workstation at their table, enabling them to draw vertically, minimizing distortion and helping their drawing to turn out more in proportion and correct.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited when the boxes arrived, unpacking the materials and asking what the easels were and how to use them. They were a little hesitant the first time they used them - with it being very different from their usual experience - but quickly adjusted to the new way of working and started to really enjoy it and see the benefits.\r\n\r\nIt may seem like a small thing, using tabletop easels rather than just drawing flat on the table, but it really does make a difference. 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