{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Scarborough Model Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":50.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3977271,"projectId":9819028,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support. Your donations have greatly improved the engagement and collaboration of students in class. We have enjoyed using the donation to create STEM projects for English Language Arts class. The donations have helped us make copies of classroom assignments, create projects, and copy student work that display excellence.\r\nIn addition, the most exciting part for students was receiving and opening the gift. They were surprised that others care about their academic progress and excited to open the gift. They were even more excited to get handouts/assignments in color with more graphics and pictures. Again, thank you for all that you do for us!","fullyFundedDate":1769914088025,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-creativity-through-steam/9819028/","projectTitle":"Fostering Creativity through STEAM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nicholson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3977271_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476096930472","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/w-nicholson"},{"teacherId":6518186,"projectId":9303205,"letterContent":"Technology allows my students to move at their own pace, revisit concepts through interactive tools, and access a wider variety of resources than a traditional textbook can offer. I've seen students become more active participants—whether through real-time quizzes, collaborative documents, or multimedia projects—rather than passive listeners. It also gives immediate feedback, which helps them adjust and improve without waiting.\r\nVisual learners, students who struggle with attention, or those who need more time to process information often benefit the most. For example, quieter students sometimes become more confident when contributing digitally rather than speaking up in class.","fullyFundedDate":1746823309890,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-learning-through-technology/9303205/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Learning through Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yolanda Octavia Curry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6518186_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y217&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684511768966","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6518186"},{"teacherId":4036396,"projectId":9572330,"letterContent":"This project has had a meaningful impact on my students' reading skills and historical understanding. Through the donated biographies of Frederick Douglass, students strengthened their comprehension, learned to analyze nonfiction text, and developed a deeper understanding of key themes such as resilience, freedom, and justice. In our classroom, reading is interactive and student-centered. Students read closely, annotate important ideas, and participate in group discussions where they connect Douglass's experiences to broader themes in American history.\r\n\r\nTo deepen their understanding, students completed a class graphic organizer to track key events, ideas, and character development throughout Frederick Douglass's life. This helped them organize their thinking and make connections between different parts of the text. Students then used their organizers to write a structured essay, demonstrating their understanding of Douglass's journey and the impact of his contributions. These activities supported both reading comprehension and writing development in a meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThese texts have also helped students build empathy and critical thinking skills. Many students were surprised and inspired by Frederick Douglass's journey from enslavement to becoming a powerful voice for abolition and equality. Students who typically struggle with reading were especially engaged because the biography format made history feel personal and accessible. Overall, this project increased engagement, strengthened literacy skills, and helped students see history as powerful human stories that still connect to their lives today.","fullyFundedDate":1765483376770,"projectUrl":"project/from-chains-to-change-learning-through/9572330/","projectTitle":"From Chains to Change: Learning Through Frederick Douglass","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wiggins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4036396_orig.jpg?crop=511,511,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689689920867","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4036396"},{"teacherId":4043609,"projectId":9783816,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support of my classroom and my students. We absolutely love the buzzers. These buzzers has made review game day so much more fun and impactful to my students. A lot of my students come in saying they do not like math, but I try my best to get them to feel the love through me and my excitement. \r\nMy students love competing with each other. Before the buzzers, it was sometimes difficult to judge which group responded first. With the buzzers, the game is fair and fun. We are able to play more often and I truly believe it has helped some of them become more confident in math and themselves.","fullyFundedDate":1769912550425,"projectUrl":"project/buzzing-for-learning/9783816/","projectTitle":"Buzzing for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4043609_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646421200506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4043609"},{"teacherId":10325927,"projectId":9850881,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Where Calm Conquers Chaos\" counseling calming room project. Because of your generosity, we were able to create a safe, calming space where students can come to reset, regulate their emotions, and refocus so they are better prepared to return to class ready to learn.\r\n\r\nStudents have been actively using the calming room during moments of stress, frustration, and overwhelm. Whether it's through calming tools, quiet reflection, or guided strategies, they are learning how to manage their emotions in a healthy and productive way. When students first experienced the space, many expressed excitement and relief—some even shared that it was the first time they felt they had a place to truly calm down at school. Since implementing the room, I have already seen growth in students' ability to pause, regulate, and make better choices before returning to the classroom.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using this space as part of our counseling support to teach coping skills, emotional regulation, and self-awareness. This project is not only helping students in the moment, but also equipping them with lifelong skills they can carry beyond school. Your support has truly made a meaningful impact, and we are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students' well-being and success.","fullyFundedDate":1765980689135,"projectUrl":"project/where-calm-conquers-chaos/9850881/","projectTitle":"Where Calm Conquers Chaos!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leatherwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10325927"},{"teacherId":2597064,"projectId":9674137,"letterContent":"Thanks so much for your donation to our class project. I had my STEM Class to help put the kits together. They really enjoyed that. I had enough to give to my whole team of students. They were appreciative of the gift. I wish I had more to give the in their kits, but we will make the best of what was given. I still have a few extra supplies to give out as needed.\r\n You wouldn't believe how many students we have that seems as if they do not have the basic hygiene supplies at home. I told them that the product would be good for travel for those students who were going on vacation during spring break.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1767205373157,"projectUrl":"project/personal-hygiene/9674137/","projectTitle":"Personal Hygiene","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rabb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2597064_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644282599671","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tchanavia-rabb"},{"teacherId":4043609,"projectId":9687266,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my classroom and my students education. We greatly appreciate your support of our classroom and their education. The use of technology is forever growing in today's world and in education. Calculators are an essential part of education. It is an educational tool that can be used and will be used in my students life beyond the classroom. It is my job to ensure that they can use it correctly and successfully. \r\nMy students were excited to get the new calculators to use in the classroom. With state testing vastly approaching, these calculators will be put to great use. They will be masters of this tool when it is time to use them during testing.","fullyFundedDate":1767230844721,"projectUrl":"project/calculators-for-success/9687266/","projectTitle":"Calculators for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Chambers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4043609_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646421200506","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4043609"},{"teacherId":9520620,"projectId":9753790,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my classroom has become a more engaging, calming, and student centered learning space. While many donors are familiar with technology at home, using it intentionally in a classroom setting looks a little different. The LED light strip helps set the tone for learning by allowing me to adjust lighting for instruction, small group work, or independent practice. Softer lighting helps students stay focused and reduces anxiety, while brighter lighting supports active learning and collaboration. The color wall clock supports time management and structure by helping students visually track transitions, work time, and breaks, which is especially helpful for students who need clear routines.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is how these tools make the classroom feel inviting and motivating. The JBL music speaker has quickly become a favorite because it allows us to play instrumental music during independent work, calming sounds during testing, or upbeat music during transitions. Students often tell me the music helps them concentrate and feel relaxed while working through challenging math problems. The sound quality is clear and balanced, filling the room without being distracting.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially connected with this new technology, particularly those who struggle with focus or sensory regulation. Students who previously had difficulty staying on task are now more engaged and settled during lessons. Others feel more confident knowing they can visually track time and rely on consistent cues throughout the day. These tools have truly enhanced our learning environment, and my students benefit every day from your kindness and support. Thank you for investing in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1760454458841,"projectUrl":"project/lighting-learning-paths-visual-audio/9753790/","projectTitle":"Lighting Learning Paths: Visual & Audio Supports for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Toomey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9520620_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714512639858","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9520620"},{"teacherId":10041749,"projectId":9373664,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of cleaning supplies for my student. Your kindness and support are truly appreciated and will have a meaningful impact.\r\n\r\nThanks to your thoughtful contribution, we can maintain a clean and safe environment that fosters learning and well-being. It is heartwarming to see how the community comes together to support our students, and your generosity is a shining example of that spirit.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support and for making a difference in the life of my student. Your kindness will be remembered and deeply appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1758202691059,"projectUrl":"project/sparkle-shine/9373664/","projectTitle":"\"Sparkle & Shine''","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mcauthor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10041749_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752588969494","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10041749"},{"teacherId":4036396,"projectId":9572227,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students have had the rare opportunity to engage with The Last Slave Ship Survivor Speaks, a text that opens doors to deep historical inquiry, empathy-building, and critical reading. With these books in hand, students practiced essential literacy skills, analyzing primary sources, evaluating historical context, and comparing narratives across time. Most importantly, they learned how to navigate emotionally complex material with maturity and curiosity. This project expanded not only their knowledge of American history but also their capacity to ask thoughtful questions about justice, resilience, and memory.\r\n Reading in our classroom has taken on a new energy. Students work collaboratively, annotating passages, discussing the layers of meaning in the survivor's testimony, and examining how firsthand accounts shape our understanding of the past. The room often hums with conversation, some students debating the author's choices, others tracing connections to modern social issues. These discussions have become some of the most powerful moments of our year.\r\n Several students who rarely speak up during reading activities have connected deeply with this text. One student who previously struggled to engage with nonfiction now comes in eager to share a new insight or question. Another, fascinated by oral history, has started gathering family stories to compare with the book's themes. Your support hasn't just provided books; it has sparked excitement, confidence, and a sense of ownership over learning. Thank you for making this possible for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1755154135391,"projectUrl":"project/the-last-slave-ship-survivor-speaks-let/9572227/","projectTitle":"The Last Slave Ship Survivor Speaks: Let Students Listen","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wiggins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4036396_orig.jpg?crop=511,511,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689689920867","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4036396"},{"teacherId":10041687,"projectId":9746210,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous donations and sponsorship of my DonorsChoose project. Your kindness made a tremendous difference in my classroom, and my students are still feeling the impact every single day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students were able to engage with materials and experiences that truly elevated their learning. The resources you helped provide have increased student participation, strengthened their confidence, and created an environment where they are excited to learn. I've seen students who were once hesitant suddenly eager to take part, collaborate with classmates, and take pride in their work. Your contribution didn't just supply materials—it opened doors, sparked creativity, and gave my students opportunities they wouldn't have had otherwise.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my class and investing in their growth. Your generosity reminds my students that there are people out there who care about their future, support their potential, and want to see them succeed. We are truly grateful for you.","fullyFundedDate":1758770894038,"projectUrl":"project/bold-and-beautiful/9746210/","projectTitle":"Bold and Beautiful","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Purifoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10041687_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748251558501","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10041687"},{"teacherId":10041687,"projectId":9373500,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous donations and sponsorship of my DonorsChoose project. Your kindness made a tremendous difference in my classroom, and my students are still feeling the impact every single day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students were able to engage with materials and experiences that truly elevated their learning. The resources you helped provide have increased student participation, strengthened their confidence, and created an environment where they are excited to learn. I've seen students who were once hesitant suddenly eager to take part, collaborate with classmates, and take pride in their work. Your contribution didn't just supply materials—it opened doors, sparked creativity, and gave my students opportunities they wouldn't have had otherwise.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my class and investing in their growth. Your generosity reminds my students that there are people out there who care about their future, support their potential, and want to see them succeed. 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