{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cholla Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":55.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3310282,"projectId":9253870,"letterContent":"The Beanbag chairs have bene a huge success, since the day they were unboxed students wanted to use them. I made them come up with a list of rules and procedures on how they can earn the beanbag chairs to work in. They were all in agreement that if you have missing work or excessive absences you shouldn't be able to use the beanbag chairs until these areas improve. I didn't agree or disagree with the students, it has made an impact for them to turn in their work in a timely manner. \r\nDuring independent work time, the students have a select day that they are allowed to use the beanbags. This way everyone has the opportunity to utilize these seats.","fullyFundedDate":1755810403011,"projectUrl":"project/beanbag-chairs-for-reading/9253870/","projectTitle":"Beanbag Chairs for Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Shedroff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3310282_orig.jpg?crop=1854,1854,x88,y750&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646857211751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3310282"},{"teacherId":10105365,"projectId":9626155,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations of tissues, disinfectant wipes, snacks, and Expo markers for our classroom. Your support has truly helped create a clean, organized, and engaging learning environment for all of our students. Having these supplies on hand has made our daily routines smoother and allowed students to focus more on their learning rather than on small distractions or shortages.\r\n\r\nThe snacks you provided have made an especially meaningful impact. They've helped keep students energized and motivated during lessons, and I've already seen noticeable growth in their test scores as a result. When students feel cared for and have what they need to stay focused, their confidence and performance naturally rise. Your contributions have made a real difference in their academic success, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1758202827977,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-happy-and-prepared/9626155/","projectTitle":"Healthy, Happy and Prepared","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10105365_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754062687516","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10105365"},{"teacherId":10105365,"projectId":9523480,"letterContent":"I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations. When I first shared the new cleaning supplies and snacks with my students, their excitement was immeasurable. The cleaning supplies have made a tremendous difference in maintaining a safe and hygienic learning environment. By regularly cleaning and disinfecting our materials, students now feel more comfortable and confident using shared resources, which has led to greater participation and engagement in classroom activities.\r\n\r\nI have personally found the timer and hole puncher to be invaluable tools in our daily routine. The timer helps me stay on pace while giving students a clear visual of how much time remains for their assignments, promoting time management skills and focus. The hole puncher has also been a wonderful addition, helping students stay organized by keeping their work neatly stored in binders for easy reference and reflection. Of course, the snacks have become a classroom favorite, providing both motivation and energy throughout the day. Your generosity has had a meaningful impact on our learning environment, and we are truly thankful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1757423417660,"projectUrl":"project/focus-fuel-and-stay-organized/9523480/","projectTitle":"Focus, Fuel, and Stay Organized","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10105365_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754062687516","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10105365"},{"teacherId":9431150,"projectId":9313076,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contributions to our project as a teacher we always want our classrooms to be a safe spot for students to be them self's. With Donors Choose I have been able to do that multiple time for different projects. For this Project I was Able to purchase more visuals for the students o understand what they are learning as well as new organization items to keep my self organized and the class organized. So far the items have been a great addition to the classroom so thank you again from the bottom of my heart. \r\n\r\nI have been coaching more sports this year so being able to organize everything and keep each part in their own spot has been a life saver and keeps my stress down instead of having everything get mixed with each other and end up lost or a mess. I thank you and my students and teams thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1746786333529,"projectUrl":"project/home-away-from-home/9313076/","projectTitle":"Home Away From Home","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9431150_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y41&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723222581811","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msrodriguezsocialstudies"},{"teacherId":3310282,"projectId":9479199,"letterContent":"Today is our first Soccer Game, the girls and coach were very excited to see the new equipment that arrived for them. They have been practicing and learning proper teamwork for the last few weeks. It has been great to see them all working so well together as a team. Even our Captain for the Girls Soccer Team and student managers are learning how to properly take care of new equipment so they have it for future use. \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our school's sports program, it has really made an impact on our students.","fullyFundedDate":1753830046025,"projectUrl":"project/soccer-balls-for-the-team/9479199/","projectTitle":"Soccer Balls for the Team","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Shedroff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3310282_orig.jpg?crop=1854,1854,x88,y750&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646857211751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3310282"},{"teacherId":8360878,"projectId":9295491,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project! Your generosity has helped enhance the learning environment by getting my students more involved. \r\n\r\nMy kids love having variety and choice and race to get their favorite color ball or jump rope! With more equipment and color options, my students have been eager to play new games and actively participating in all the activities. \r\n\r\nWith all the extra participation from my students I have been able to reward them with prizes. My kids love having choice in their snacks with different pop tart flavors to different chips, all while staying hydrated with water and Gatorade.","fullyFundedDate":1755138843339,"projectUrl":"project/coach-kims-chargers-fun/9295491/","projectTitle":"Coach Kim’s Chargers Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8360878_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746215839830","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8360878"},{"teacherId":9702403,"projectId":9280092,"letterContent":"The new pottery wheels have truly transformed our classroom experience. As soon as the students saw the wheels, their eyes lit up with excitement and curiosity—they could hardly wait to try them. For many of them, this was their first time working with clay in such a hands-on and dynamic way. We began with a foundational project: making their very first bowls. Students learned how to center the clay, pull the walls, and shape their pieces, all while gaining a real appreciation for the patience and focus pottery requires.\r\n\r\nOne particularly memorable moment was when a student who had previously struggled with confidence in art proudly held up their finished bowl and said, \"I didn't think I could do this, but I actually made something real.\" That sense of accomplishment has been echoed throughout the class. The pottery wheels have not only given students a new creative outlet but have also taught them resilience and persistence as they refine their technique.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're beginning a project where students will design and create functional mugs with personalized designs and textures. They'll learn how to attach handles, explore surface decoration techniques, and consider form and function in their work. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we're now able to offer students this immersive, tactile experience that deepens their understanding of 3D art—and makes our classroom a truly inspiring place to create.","fullyFundedDate":1754502233806,"projectUrl":"project/spinning-possibilities-pottery-wheels/9280092/","projectTitle":"“Spinning Possibilities: Pottery Wheels for Every Young Artist”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9702403_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747068297622","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9702403"},{"teacherId":9272268,"projectId":9267829,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for getting this project funded! These resources went towards my classroom rewards system for the 25-26 school year. In truth, I was a bit stressed as the school year was beginning, as I did not have the funds to purchase items for my classroom rewards on my own. When the packages started to arrive with all of the wonderful items, I was so moved and filled with relief. I got to start the school year fully stocked and ready to go!\r\nWhen I first showed my new students all of the items they could win as rewards, they were shocked! We did our first raffle to win prizes just a week ago, and they were all so excited to get to participate and receive their rewards. They are actively participating and becoming such wonderful students, in part because they know they could win these prizes. We are so grateful to you all for helping ensure that my students have a fun, engaging reward system to help keep them happy and motivated.","fullyFundedDate":1746786317320,"projectUrl":"project/motivation-matters-building-a-classroom/9267829/","projectTitle":"Motivation Matters: Building a Classroom Store for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9272268_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744131700732","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9272268"},{"teacherId":9272268,"projectId":9310775,"letterContent":"I am ELATED to say a big thank you for helping get this project funded! Because of this project, our Student Council was able to start our school year off with a bang. At our first dance, we were able to have student volunteers help to operate a photo booth using our brand new StuCo camera. We were able to take quality photos for over 100 students at our first dance. \r\nWe also were so fortunate to receive our photo printer via this project. This enabled us to not only take the photos and share them digitally, but also print out physical copies for students to take home. In this day in age, where young people are so entrenched in their technology, having a physical memento from the event - like a photo they can put up on their walls at home - was so important to us. \r\nOur Student Council members were so excited to have a camera for our own uses, and the students across the school were so excited to see our set up, take photos, and receive their printed copies. \r\nWe are so grateful to have had the chance to get and use this technology, and look forward to getting more use out of it at future events.","fullyFundedDate":1746786412076,"projectUrl":"project/say-cheese-capturing-student-memories-t/9310775/","projectTitle":"Say Cheese! Capturing Student Memories Through Student Council","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9272268_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744131700732","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9272268"},{"teacherId":9272268,"projectId":9246934,"letterContent":"This project has provided such a great opportunity for my classes! As we participated in our end of year novel study on The Hunger Games, students were so impressed to have new copies and took great care of them. My students were elated to see the other series be added to our classroom library.\r\nNow that the new school year has begun, my next set of students was so pleased by the books in my classroom library. They have begun reading them on their own time, in and out of class, which has been delightful to see. One new student was overjoyed to see the selection I had to offer and has gone through almost 10 books so far this school year!\r\nI look forward to beginning our novel study on The Hunger Games in the spring, and exposing my students to the captivating story. The students get so excited every year to read the story, and get so invested in the characters and themes. I cannot wait to share my personal love of this book with them!\r\nThank you so much for all of your support!","fullyFundedDate":1744215008427,"projectUrl":"project/encouraging-reading-in-and-out-of-classe/9246934/","projectTitle":"Encouraging Reading In and Out of Classes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9272268_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744131700732","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9272268"},{"teacherId":10104180,"projectId":9521902,"letterContent":"Let me first say, Thank you so much for donating to teachers but more importantly donating to my students. Let many teachers, I have funded many of my classrooms essentials and getting headphones donated was such a weight off my shoulders. I teach at a Title I school, so many of my students are not apply to provide supplies for themselves. I was lucky engough to provide all needed materials for my kids. \r\nAs well, many of my kids are learning english while having to also keep up with 8th grade level standards. These kids are working extremely hard to complete assignments so it helps them to have headphones to watch videos to help them to learn more and more everyday.\r\nThese headphones helped my class but also is benifiting my nieghbor class which is 8th grade english. All of the 8th grade english department is new to the school this year and we had nothing left by the privious teachers. These","fullyFundedDate":1754406982292,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-the-classroom/9521902/","projectTitle":"Headphones for the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buttermore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10104180_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756424128686","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10104180"},{"teacherId":3310282,"projectId":9017238,"letterContent":"The students are enjoying the standing desk, at first they didn't want to use it until they realized it gave them a reason to leave their assigned desk. I started watching as the students started to communicate more with their classmates and actively participate in the activities. They especially like thinking they are in charge by leading the daily warm up or fun activities at the front of the room. \r\nJust seeing how they are enjoying themselves while learning brings smile to my face, this makes me think that a few more of these desks will really help other students.","fullyFundedDate":1746473369450,"projectUrl":"project/stand-up-for-learning/9017238/","projectTitle":"Stand Up for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Shedroff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3310282_orig.jpg?crop=1854,1854,x88,y750&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646857211751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3310282"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60341","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":702,"numTeachers":50,"percentFrplEligible":74,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":9,"percentWhite":24,"percentIndigenous":3,"percentLatinx":54,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":44.4,"schoolId":60341,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Cholla Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Cholla Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arizona/washington-elementary-school-district/cholla-middle-school/60341"}