{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"William E Orr Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":49.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10401384,"projectId":10028484,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our wonderful students at Orr Middle School!!! They have spent so much memorable time that I know they will always remember playing pickle ball kickball with the jerseys wiffle ball with friends and so much more. Thank you for your generosity and we are all so grateful! \r\n\r\nStudents have loved having their own Pickleball equipment that's movable, versatile, colorful, so user-friendly and wonderful!!!\r\n\r\nEnjoy their amazing wiffleball equipment, making lifelong memories and growing in motor skills, healthy lifestyles, teamwork, sportsmanship, and vocabulary and intellectually as well!!!","fullyFundedDate":1768682329893,"projectUrl":"project/movement-and-sports-helps-with-student-l/10028484/","projectTitle":"Movement and Sports Helps With Student Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Manos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401384"},{"teacherId":8043145,"projectId":10025300,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom through your generous donation. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference for our students, who come to us with a wide range of learning needs, abilities, and reading levels. Because of you, we now have access to resources that allow every student to feel seen, supported, and capable in their learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe books you helped provide have given students the opportunity to engage with texts that truly meet them where they are. Instead of feeling frustrated or left behind, students are now able to access reading materials that match their individual strengths and needs. This has already led to increased participation, stronger comprehension, and a noticeable boost in confidence as students experience success with reading.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the sensory tools have played an important role in helping students stay focused and regulated during instruction. Many of our students benefit from movement and tactile support, and these tools have allowed them to better manage their attention and remain engaged in both small-group and independent learning activities. As a result, our classroom environment has become more productive, supportive, and inclusive.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a space where students can grow academically while also building confidence and independence. These resources will continue to support their progress throughout the year, and the impact of your donation will be felt long beyond our classroom. Thank you for investing in our students and for making a lasting difference in their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1768676826671,"projectUrl":"project/meeting-learners-where-they-are/10025300/","projectTitle":"Meeting Learners Where They Are","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Whitney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8043145_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768344320023","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8043145"},{"teacherId":10403382,"projectId":10016238,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, our students now have access to engaging books that make reading more meaningful, accessible, and enjoyable. Your kindness is helping create a classroom environment where students feel encouraged to explore new ideas, connect with stories, and grow as readers.\r\n\r\n These books will be used during independent reading, small group discussions, and classroom activities to support a wide range of reading levels and interests. Having access to the right books allows students to build confidence, strengthen comprehension skills, and develop a deeper appreciation for literature. Your support is making a lasting impact by helping students see themselves as capable, thoughtful readers.","fullyFundedDate":1768634989454,"projectUrl":"project/reading-at-the-next-level/10016238/","projectTitle":"Reading at the Next Level","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tipton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403382"},{"teacherId":8139728,"projectId":10017991,"letterContent":"When the boxes arrived and our athletes first saw the new sports equipment and clothing, the atmosphere in the room completely shifted. There was a visible sense of pride and excitement. For many of them, having high-quality, dedicated gear made them feel like \"pro\" athletes before they even stepped onto the field. Seeing their faces light up was a clear reminder that these resources represent more than just physical items—they represent the community's belief in their potential. \r\n\r\nWe have integrated the new equipment into our daily training sessions, and the impact was immediate. A specific moment that stands out was during a recent high-intensity practice. Seeing the entire team unified in their new athletic clothing while using the updated equipment created a sense of discipline and cohesion we hadn't seen before. The students used the gear to refine their skills and push their physical limits, focusing on \"being the best they can be\" with every drill. This dedication has directly translated to the scoreboard; because of this improved practice quality, our team has climbed the ranks and is currently in 2nd place! \r\n\r\nOur journey doesn't end here. Now that the students have the foundational tools they need to succeed, our next steps involve maintaining this momentum as we head into the final stretch of our season. We will continue to use the equipment to focus on specialized skill development and team strategy. The students are more motivated than ever to keep practicing, stay focused, and see if we can secure that top spot in the standings. Thank you for being a part of our team's success!","fullyFundedDate":1768526697580,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-excellence-building-talent-in/10017991/","projectTitle":"Equipping Excellence: Building Talent in Our Athletics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Norton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8139728_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673320919923","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8139728"},{"teacherId":9393297,"projectId":10031470,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Building Bridges: Visual and Tech Tools for Diverse Language Learners.\" Your generosity has unlocked a new level of confidence and creativity in my students.\r\n\r\nThese tools have already transformed our classroom. During our poetry unit, students used the visual resources to bridge language gaps and express the emotional heart of their work. Your donation also allowed them to shine in the 2026 Nevada Reading Week door decoration contest at our school, where they designed a display that reflected their unique voices.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in their future and making a lasting mark on their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1768704071889,"projectUrl":"project/building-bridges-visual-tech-tools-fo/10031470/","projectTitle":"Building Bridges: Visual & Tech Tools for Diverse Language Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pagusara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9393297"},{"teacherId":10400476,"projectId":10001572,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for the materials provided through this generous donation. Time and again, students have responded with excitement, often asking, \"Wow, where did this come from?\" Their enthusiasm has been truly meaningful to witness.\r\n\r\nResources such as the social-emotional board games have been especially impactful. They create opportunities to connect with students through play while also encouraging the development and real-life application of coping strategies and healthy communication skills.\r\n\r\nHaving access to items like notebooks, sketchbooks, pencils, and snacks has also made a significant difference. These resources allow students to exercise independence in choosing when and how to use them, helping them integrate the skills they learn in my office into their everyday routines.\r\n\r\nBeyond supporting students I already worked with, these materials have helped me reach new students as well. They've opened the door to building stronger connections, learning more about each individual, and better meeting their needs.\r\n\r\nI look forward to continuing to use these resources to support my school community—empowering students and reinforcing the healthy coping skills that will serve them well both now and in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1768183174705,"projectUrl":"project/ms-shueys-social-work-office/10001572/","projectTitle":"Ms. Shuey's Social Work Office","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shuey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400476"},{"teacherId":10402100,"projectId":10009343,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Orr Middle School ELA classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to headphones with text-to-speech capabilities and classroom snacks that help create a positive, motivating learning environment. These resources are already making a meaningful difference in how my students engage with reading and learning every day.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful moments came during a recent reading activity. My students were working on a short story analysis, and for many of my students in special education, accessing grade-level text can feel overwhelming. With the new headphones, students were able to listen to the text using text-to-speech while following along visually. I watched as students who often hesitate to participate became more confident and focused. One student, who typically struggles to stay engaged, quietly said, \"I can actually understand it now.\" That moment captured exactly why these resources matter—they are opening doors to learning that previously felt out of reach.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in the room was immediate and genuine. Students were eager to try the headphones, and there was a sense of pride in having tools that supported their individual needs. The Pringles snacks were also a huge hit! We use them as rewards for effort, participation, and perseverance. Something as simple as earning a snack has helped build a more positive classroom culture where students feel recognized for their hard work. It has also encouraged students to take academic risks, knowing their effort will be celebrated.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on this momentum. Students are currently working on a literacy project where they will read, analyze, and respond to texts at their level while still being exposed to grade-level standards. The headphones will remain a key support, allowing students to independently access texts, revisit challenging passages, and build comprehension skills at their own pace. This independence is critical for their growth, both academically and in their confidence as learners.\r\n\r\nIn the next phase of our lessons, students will begin working on writing responses and small group discussions based on the texts they've explored. Because they can now better access and understand the material, I expect to see deeper thinking, stronger responses, and more meaningful participation. The reward system will continue to reinforce positive behaviors and effort, helping students stay motivated throughout longer assignments and projects.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly transformed our classroom. You have not only provided tools, but also confidence, access, and encouragement for students who need it most. Thank you for believing in my students and for helping create a learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768244009653,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies-for-success/10009343/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402100"},{"teacherId":5604975,"projectId":10028684,"letterContent":"As a reading strategist, my goal is to provide students with meaningful opportunities to grow as readers while building confidence and independence. The books funded through this project will be used during small group instruction and independent reading time to support a wide range of reading levels and interests. Having access to engaging, accessible texts allows students to practice important literacy skills in a supportive environment where they can experience success and develop a stronger connection to reading.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the book boxes will help organize collections of themed texts that students can explore independently. These curated sets will encourage choice, curiosity, and deeper engagement with reading topics. By providing structured yet flexible access to books, students will have more opportunities to read, discuss, and think critically about texts while strengthening the habits and skills needed for long-term reading growth.","fullyFundedDate":1768696748038,"projectUrl":"project/right-book-right-reader/10028684/","projectTitle":"Right Book, Right Reader","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5604975_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533224211584","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5604975"},{"teacherId":8127803,"projectId":10001272,"letterContent":"Based on the data from my most recent Summative Assessment on the Renaissance, approximately 40% of my currently enrolled students have currently have mastered College and Career Readiness Standard W1: Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. \r\n\r\nYour donations have allowed me to remove distractions from my classroom, so that I can motivate and inspire students to exceed my goals for student achievement. I have already handed out several of the squish globes as motivational tools for students and the extra room decor (especially the floor rug) is appreciated by both students and educators, creating an environment both students and educators feel more comfortable learning in. This is evident in the increased learning success we have already seen in the classroom since these tools arrived, and more will be used in lesson plans yet to come.","fullyFundedDate":1768174492205,"projectUrl":"project/improving-social-studies-curriculum-and/10001272/","projectTitle":"Improving Social Studies Curriculum and Classrooms","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Faber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8127803_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x430,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697939220061","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-faber"},{"teacherId":10403541,"projectId":10017012,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Hands-On Science: Engaging Experiments to Spark Curiosity.\" Because of your generosity, our classroom now has wonderful science materials that will help make learning more exciting and engaging for my students. When the students saw the new supplies, they were very curious and excited. They immediately started asking questions about the experiments we will explore and the different ways we can learn through hands-on activities.\r\nThese resources will help students explore science concepts in a more interactive way. They will be able to observe, ask questions, and think like young scientists as they learn about how things work. Moments like these help build curiosity, teamwork, and confidence in learning.\r\nYour support is helping create meaningful science experiences for my students. Thank you again for making a positive difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1769177574722,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-science-engaging-experiments-t/10017012/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Science: Engaging Experiments to Spark Curiosity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mercado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403541"},{"teacherId":9621260,"projectId":8860046,"letterContent":"The arrival of multicultural history library has fundamentally shifted the energy in our classroom. For many of my students, walking into a history room has historically meant preparing to learn about a past that felt distant, detached, or entirely unrepresentative of their own lived experiences. However, the moment these donated books were placed on our shelves, the atmosphere changed from passive observation to active, joyful discovery. It wasn't just about adding new titles to a collection; it was about providing a mirror for students who have long been looking for themselves in the pages of our national narrative.","fullyFundedDate":1737484989858,"projectUrl":"project/multicultural-history-books-for-middle-s/8860046/","projectTitle":"Multicultural History Books for Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. McKenzie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9621260_orig.jpg?crop=542,542,x441,y470&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772818460666","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9621260"},{"teacherId":10403489,"projectId":10016715,"letterContent":"Thank you so much, DonorsChoose, for your incredible generosity and support of my classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to hands-on manipulatives that have truly transformed the way they learn. As a teacher, I am deeply grateful to see my class become more interactive and engaged during our lessons. The excitement on their faces as they explore new concepts with meaningful tools reminds me why I love teaching. Your donation has created opportunities for deeper understanding and active participation every single day.\r\n\r\nToday, as we worked on algebraic expressions, my students used algebra tiles to model and simplify problems in a concrete, visual way. The manipulatives helped them grasp abstract concepts by allowing them to physically build and rearrange expressions, making learning both accessible and fun. Instead of just memorizing steps, they are developing real conceptual understanding. Thank you, DonorsChoose, for investing in my students' success and helping me create a classroom where learning is engaging, collaborative, and empowering.","fullyFundedDate":1768531469059,"projectUrl":"project/math-manipulatives/10016715/","projectTitle":"Math Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lyra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403489"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_83002","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":919,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":32,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":51,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"21.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":51.0,"schoolId":83002,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about William E Orr Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"William E Orr Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/william-orr-middle-school/83002"}