Muscle Shoals Middle School in Muscle Shoals, Alabama on DonorsChoose

{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Muscle Shoals Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":12.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10111247,"projectId":9532847,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom environment and daily learning routines have been transformed. The light covers immediately created a calmer, more comfortable space for students, making it easier for them to focus, stay regulated, and engage in learning throughout the day. Students noticed the difference right away and commented on how much more relaxed and welcoming the classroom felt.\r\n\r\nThe class set of mini whiteboards has quickly become one of our most-used learning tools. Students use them during lessons to quickly check for understanding, brainstorm ideas, and practice skills in a low-pressure way. One of my favorite moments was watching even my quieter students confidently hold up their answers, knowing they could take a risk, make a mistake, and try again without fear.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, they were genuinely excited. Many asked when we could start using the whiteboards and were eager to participate. The combination of a calm environment and interactive tools made students feel supported and empowered.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using the whiteboards as we work through current lessons that require discussion, critical thinking, and reflection. They will use them to draft responses, collaborate with peers, and prepare for longer written tasks. Your support has helped create a classroom where students feel comfortable, engaged, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1759327638429,"projectUrl":"project/bright-ideas-and-brighter-minds-tools-f/9532847/","projectTitle":"Bright Ideas and Brighter Minds: Tools for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dolan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111247"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_10303","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":637,"numTeachers":38,"percentFrplEligible":64,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":18,"percentWhite":63,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":8,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"16.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":87.5,"schoolId":10303,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Muscle Shoals Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Muscle Shoals Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/alabama/muscle-shoals-city-school-district/muscle-shoals-middle-school/10303"}

About this school

Muscle Shoals Middle School is an urban public school in Muscle Shoals, Alabama that is part of Muscle Shoals City School District. It serves 637 students in grades 6 - 8 with a student/teacher ratio of 16.8:1. Its teachers have had 5 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

Equity Focus School

Support towards this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Public School

Grades 6 - 8

637 Students

38 Teachers

100 Trojan Dr

Muscle Shoals, AL 35661 View local requests

http://www.mscs.k12.al.us

Direct, proactive support

Empower teachers at Muscle Shoals Middle School to request what their students need.

Give to this school

Ms. Vero, a DonorsChoose teacher for 9 years.

Kindergarten teacher at PS81 - Robert J. Christen School in Bronx, NY

Muscle Shoals Middle School Teachers on DonorsChoose

Mrs. Dolan

Mrs. Hester

Mrs. Nunley

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for public school teachers.

Every donation funds real needs — pencils, books, lab equipment, art supplies, and more — helping students learn and thrive. We ship supplies directly to the school, and you'll see exactly where each dollar goes.

See how DonorsChoose works

Muscle Shoals Middle School Demographics

64%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

28%

of students are Black, Latino, Native American, or Asian

Schools in districts that mainly serve students of color receive substantially less state and local support than similar districts that serve primarily White students. Learn more about this gap, why it exists, and how you can help close it.

Muscle Shoals Middle School Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Dec 22, 2025

DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education.