{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Zan Wesley Holmes Junior Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":32.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6146798,"projectId":10176148,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting \"Energized Minds, Strong Finish: Supporting Our 8th Graders\" and for investing in my students during such an important time in their academic journey. Your generosity has helped provide resources that keep my students engaged, motivated, and focused as they prepare to finish the school year strong. In a Title I classroom where many students face challenges both in and out of school, these materials have made a meaningful difference in their ability to stay encouraged and committed to learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the resources arrived, my students were excited and immediately energized. They appreciated having materials that made learning feel more interactive and enjoyable, especially during a time of year when motivation can sometimes dip. I've been using the resources during review stations, small group instruction, and end-of-year activities to reinforce key math concepts. One powerful moment was seeing students work together to solve problems and encourage one another, showing both growth in their skills and confidence as learners.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we are using these materials to review and strengthen foundational skills, prepare for final assessments, and build confidence as students transition to high school. My goal is to ensure that each student leaves my classroom feeling capable and prepared for the next step. Your support has helped create a positive, engaging environment where students can stay focused and finish strong.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for supporting my students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1778111901233,"projectUrl":"project/energized-minds-strong-finish-supporti/10176148/","projectTitle":"Energized Minds, Strong Finish: Supporting Our 8th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6146798_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y745&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692212220363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brion-williams"},{"teacherId":6146798,"projectId":10190520,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting \"Strategic Thinking Starts Here\" and for investing in my students. Your generosity has brought valuable resources into my Title I math classroom, where many students are working below grade level and benefit greatly from hands-on, engaging learning experiences. Because of your support, my students now have access to materials that help them build critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a more interactive and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students were immediately excited and curious. They were eager to explore and began using them right away during our math stations and small group instruction. One memorable moment was watching students collaborate to solve multi-step problems, using the new resources to explain their thinking and justify their answers. Students who are typically hesitant to participate became more confident and willing to engage, which has made a noticeable difference in our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue to use these resources to deepen our understanding of math concepts and strengthen strategic thinking skills. Students are becoming more independent learners, taking ownership of their progress, and applying new strategies to solve increasingly complex problems. Your support has not only enhanced my instruction, but it has also empowered my students to believe in their abilities.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible and for supporting the success of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1778122619204,"projectUrl":"project/strategic-thinking-starts-here/10190520/","projectTitle":"Strategic Thinking Starts Here","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6146798_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y745&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692212220363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brion-williams"},{"teacherId":6146798,"projectId":10102882,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting success in my Title I math classroom. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for my students, many of whom come from low-income, Spanish-speaking backgrounds and often struggle to access the resources they need to succeed. Because of your support, my students now have materials that make learning more engaging, hands-on, and accessible.\r\n\r\nWhen the resources arrived, my students were excited and eager to use them right away. I immediately incorporated them into our lessons, using them to support guided notes, small group instruction, and interactive problem-solving activities. One of the most impactful moments was seeing students who typically hesitate to participate become more confident as they used the new materials to work through problems and explain their thinking. The resources have helped create a more supportive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel capable of success.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue to use these materials to strengthen foundational math skills and prepare for more complex concepts. Students are building confidence, improving their problem-solving abilities, and becoming more engaged in their learning. Your support has not only provided tools for the classroom, but also motivation and encouragement for my students to believe in themselves.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1776086887495,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-success-in-my-title-i-math-cl/10102882/","projectTitle":"Supporting Success in My Title I Math Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6146798_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y745&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692212220363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brion-williams"},{"teacherId":8096056,"projectId":10043644,"letterContent":"From the moment these new resources arrived, they became a central part of our daily rehearsals and classroom instruction. In percussion, the new instruments have allowed us to expand our ensemble sound and give more students hands-on opportunities to perform. 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These resources have shifted learning from teacher-centered to student-centered, allowing students to explore, collaborate, and think more deeply.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were thrilled. There was an immediate buzz in the room, and they couldn't wait to start using them. That excitement has continued as they engage more actively in lessons.\r\n\r\nDuring a recent class activity, students worked in groups to solve problems using the new tools. I observed increased participation, stronger discussions, and more confidence in their work. Students who once struggled to stay engaged are now fully involved.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, these resources will support more complex lessons and hands-on learning experiences. Your donation has created a lasting impact by making learning more interactive and meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1697639651161,"projectUrl":"project/snaaaccckkkksss-snacks/7846219/","projectTitle":"Snaaaccckkkksss Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6146798_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y745&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692212220363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brion-williams"},{"teacherId":6146798,"projectId":7509412,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping provide my students with resources that create equitable learning opportunities. Many of my students face challenges outside the classroom, and your support ensures they have access to tools that help them succeed.\r\n\r\nWe use these materials every day to support guided instruction, independent practice, and group work. One powerful moment occurred when students used the resources to solve real-world problems together. They were engaged, focused, and proud of their work.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, students were genuinely excited and grateful. They immediately recognized that these tools were meant to help them succeed, and they have embraced them fully.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these resources to build strong math foundations and critical thinking skills. Your generosity is making a real difference by giving my students the support they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1692153288547,"projectUrl":"project/23-24-success-material/7509412/","projectTitle":"23-24 Success Material","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6146798_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y745&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692212220363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brion-williams"},{"teacherId":6146798,"projectId":9726822,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now have access to resources that are transforming the way they engage with math every single day. Instead of passively taking notes, students are actively participating in lessons using these materials to collaborate, problem-solve, and explain their thinking.\r\n\r\nOne powerful moment happened during a recent lesson on solving equations. Using the new resources, students worked in small groups to model and solve real-world problems. I watched students—who typically hesitate to participate—confidently share their strategies and even help their peers understand difficult concepts. The room was full of discussion, laughter, and genuine excitement about learning.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their reactions said it all—eyes lit up, immediate curiosity, and questions like, \"Are these really for us?\" That sense of ownership made an instant difference. They were eager to dive in and take learning seriously because they felt valued and supported.\r\n\r\nThese resources are now a consistent part of our classroom routine. Students use them to build foundational skills, practice collaboratively, and deepen their understanding through hands-on activities. Moving forward, we are using these tools to tackle more complex, multi-step problems and real-world applications, helping students strengthen both their confidence and critical thinking skills.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only provided materials—it has created opportunities for my students to see themselves as capable mathematicians. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1761854315205,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-snacks-and-support-for-succes/9726822/","projectTitle":"Supplies, Snacks, and Support for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6146798_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y745&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692212220363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brion-williams"},{"teacherId":6146798,"projectId":9684484,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, my classroom has become an even more engaging and interactive place to learn. These resources have allowed my students to actively participate in lessons instead of simply watching or listening.\r\n\r\nWhen I introduced the materials, the excitement was immediate—students were eager to explore and get started. Their energy has carried into our daily lessons, where they now work together, ask more questions, and stay focused longer.\r\n\r\nDuring a recent activity, students used the materials to solve math problems in groups. They were talking through their thinking, helping each other, and celebrating when they got answers right. It was incredible to see their enthusiasm for learning.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our current lessons, students will use these tools to tackle more challenging concepts and build independence. Your generosity has truly made learning more meaningful and enjoyable for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1758202694799,"projectUrl":"project/grids-graphs-and-growth-helping-8th/9684484/","projectTitle":"“Grids, Graphs, and Growth: Helping 8th Graders Succeed”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6146798_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y745&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692212220363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brion-williams"},{"teacherId":6146798,"projectId":9955351,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now have access to high-quality math resources that are transforming the way we learn in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using the new materials during our 8th grade math stations and small-group instruction. One powerful moment happened during a recent lesson on solving systems of equations. Instead of simply copying notes, students were able to use the new hands-on resources to model and solve problems collaboratively. I watched a group of students—who typically hesitate to participate—confidently explain their reasoning to one another using the visual supports from the materials you provided. One student said, \"Ohhh, I get it now!\" That moment alone showed me how impactful these resources truly are.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students walked in asking, \"Are those for us?\" and couldn't wait to start using them. Many of my students come from low-income households and don't often receive brand-new supplies just for their learning. Seeing something new and high-quality made them feel valued and motivated. It sent a clear message: someone believes in you.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we are beginning a unit on linear relationships and real-world problem solving. Students will use these resources to analyze data, create models, and justify their thinking using structured math discussions. My goal is to continue building their confidence as problem-solvers while strengthening their academic language skills. The tools you provided will allow us to deepen small-group intervention work and offer more hands-on, engaging practice—especially for students who are still working below grade level.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students not just materials, but opportunity. Your support is making our classroom more interactive, equitable, and empowering every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1767211383539,"projectUrl":"project/legendary-lions-rewarding-growth-leade/9955351/","projectTitle":"Legendary Lions: Rewarding Growth, Leadership, and Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6146798_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y745&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692212220363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brion-williams"},{"teacherId":8096056,"projectId":9699762,"letterContent":"Zan Holmes Middle School band can not thank you enough for your donation and supporting our program.Our students are extremely grateful and motivated to do well in music. \r\n\r\nA huge reason why we needed binders were to help organize all handouts and keep band music all in one central location. Having binders helped to keep hand outs and music neat and in order. Using these binders helped keep students organized and helped ensure students focused more on learning. \r\n\r\nAll the band students who received their new binder expressed how thankful they are to have someone support them. Our legendary Lions Band thank you for supporting our program and showing our students that people do care to help!","fullyFundedDate":1760693614063,"projectUrl":"project/the-sound-of-organization/9699762/","projectTitle":"The Sound of Organization!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Altman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8096056_orig.png?crop=1179,1179,x0,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757400893327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8096056"},{"teacherId":5649485,"projectId":9402409,"letterContent":"Students are actively choosing to immerse their unstructured time in literature and critical skill building. They are applying new skills introduced by the project's resources. 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