{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Palmer Jr Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":48.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1506192,"projectId":9235704,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our class. We are thoroughly enjoying the new board games. The students have been enjoying learning new games and having more choices. Our class is enjoying playing these games with new people each time.\r\n\r\nPracticing our social skills has become much easier with these new games. The students are having the opportunity to practice taking turns, waiting patiently, and how to win or lose graciously. Our students have found that some games are more cooperative than others, and we are seeing the students cheer each other on. The more competitive games are also fun, and this is where we have an opportunity to practice winning and losing in healthy ways.\r\n\r\nThese board games have made such a difference for our class and students! We truly could not be making these gains without your support!","fullyFundedDate":1744043004517,"projectUrl":"project/board-games-galore/9235704/","projectTitle":"Board Games Galore!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1506192_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455409722780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stacy-roberts"},{"teacherId":2411657,"projectId":7607923,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Thanks to your kindness, my middle school students received much-needed art supplies including brayers, high-quality printing paper, vibrant paints, and a beautiful set of watercolors. These materials opened up a world of possibilities for creativity, experimentation, and joy that we otherwise would not have had access to.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the supplies arrived, the excitement in my classroom was electric. Many of my students had never seen or used a brayer before, and watching them discover how to roll out ink, create textures, and experiment with printing techniques was truly inspiring. The printing paper allowed them to produce artwork with confidence, knowing that the quality of their paper matched the care they put into their designs. The paints and watercolors added another layer of expression, giving students the freedom to blend color, add detail, and bring their visions to life.\r\n\r\nWhat made this experience so meaningful was that it allowed students to step out of the ordinary. In a world where they are often asked to stay within strict guidelines or follow step-by-step instructions, this project gave them room to explore, take risks, and make creative decisions on their own. For many of them, it was the first time they felt like true artists. They weren't just coloring in the lines—they were designing, experimenting, and finding their own voice through visual art.\r\n\r\nOne student said, \"I didn't know you could make art like this. I thought printing was just something in books.\" Another shared, \"This is the most fun I've had in school all year.\" These small moments of joy and discovery are thanks to you. Your donation did more than provide supplies—it gave my students confidence, joy, and a sense of possibility. You made them feel seen, supported, and capable.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the artistic exploration, the project sparked deeper engagement in the classroom. Students collaborated, gave each other feedback, and took pride in their work in ways I hadn't seen before. It was especially rewarding to see students who don't always shine academically come alive through their artwork. They felt successful, proud, and inspired—and that spark has carried over into other areas of their learning as well.\r\n\r\nI sincerely thank you for believing in my students and investing in their creativity. Your support helped me build a classroom culture where curiosity, expression, and innovation are celebrated. The impact of your generosity will last far beyond this project, as the skills and confidence gained through this experience continue to grow.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this project possible. You've helped create lasting memories, meaningful experiences, and a classroom where students know their creativity matters.","fullyFundedDate":1690986042149,"projectUrl":"project/middle-schools-kids-just-want-to-create/7607923/","projectTitle":"Middle Schools Kids Just Want to Create","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2411657_orig.jpg?crop=296,296,x0,y188&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746504943323","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2411657"},{"teacherId":1506192,"projectId":9056527,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our school with our focus on helping students become digital detectives. This important work is already making a difference. As we are working on distinguishing fact from fiction, it is helpful to also talk about why certain authors or websites put out certain information. \r\n\r\nThe students have enjoyed the lessons because they are relevant and timely. Students feel that the content makes sense, and the discussions are rich and meaningful. The kids have also been enjoying the picture books. Letting kids be kids while tackling complex ideas is super helpful, and students have shared how much better they understand the ideas when we use a picture book to help with the knowledge and discussion.\r\n\r\nYour generous donations are so helpful, and we truly appreciate your support. Thanks for helping us get awesome resources.","fullyFundedDate":1737052504207,"projectUrl":"project/digital-detectives-in-schools/9056527/","projectTitle":"Digital Detectives in Schools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1506192_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455409722780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stacy-roberts"},{"teacherId":1506192,"projectId":8832168,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom and students. This class is a new one for me, and I am truly enjoying working with our life skills students to reach their goals and have a great experience in a new class. Our students have been so excited to play with the new toys and games. They are enjoying the problem solving and challenging activities they are getting to try.\r\n\r\nOur life skills teachers has been very impressed with our students and their progress towards some of their goals. The students have been so excited to share their new learning and understanding with their teacher after our class each day. \r\n\r\nWithout support from donors like you, this class wouldn't have the supplies they truly need to meet their goals and have fun. These new resources have been such a blessing as these students are sometimes left out when we think of supplies that will benefit our students.\r\n\r\nThanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1729176482178,"projectUrl":"project/making-connections-together/8832168/","projectTitle":"Making Connections Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1506192_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455409722780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stacy-roberts"},{"teacherId":1506192,"projectId":8412892,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our Literacy for All project. Our students have really enjoyed getting some brand new picture books and easy reads. Students have enjoyed having some books from their past to reignite their love or literature and reading. Students have also enjoyed having new books to help them enjoy reading again.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest surprises is that our students have now started requesting more \"everybody\" books for our space. They are loving having the Who Would Win series and being able to focus on enjoying what they read instead of just trying to \"get through\" books. \r\n\r\nLastly, we have mad the library accessible to ALL of our students by having books that ANY student can read, regardless of their ability. Students have enjoyed taking books home to enjoy with their families, and they have truly lit up when they come back to tell me about their books.\r\n\r\nThank you for your continued support and generosity. 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