{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ahwahnee Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":33.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8540131,"projectId":9716842,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me get the supplies I need for my students to feel comfortable and safe at school. My students deserve the right to feel comfortable at school and with these hygiene products that you've helped me get are one of the many ways I can help my students. They're an amazing group and I know that some of them lack the resources at home to take care of basic hygiene. \r\n\r\nI was shocked to see how many students were grateful that they had access to these supplies and news quickly spread across the school that they were available and all of the students were grateful that we had them donated. Thank you again for helping me give my students the products they need to feel comfortable at school!","fullyFundedDate":1762266359069,"projectUrl":"project/care-station-stock/9716842/","projectTitle":"Care Station Stock","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hamada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8540131_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658611602170","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8540131"},{"teacherId":9656272,"projectId":9137260,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support of our \"Snack Time, Study Time, Success Time\" project! Thanks to your generous contributions, we were able to provide a variety of snacks for our students, fueling not just their bodies but also their focus and learning. These snacks have quickly become a small but powerful part of our daily routine.\r\n\r\nWhen students walk into class and see that snacks are available, their faces light up. Some students quietly grab something in the morning because they didn't have breakfast, while others enjoy a snack during study time to help them stay energized and engaged. One student said, \"I concentrate way better when I'm not hungry,\" and it's true, since starting this project, I've seen better focus, participation, and even fewer behavior issues during long learning blocks. Snack time has become a calming, community-building moment that sets the tone for successful study time.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we'll continue to use this snack station as part of our strategy to support the whole student, mind and body. It's a simple solution that's helping create consistency, comfort, and success in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746785880100,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time-study-time-success-time/9137260/","projectTitle":"Snack Time, Study Time, Success Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9656272"},{"teacherId":9656272,"projectId":9118059,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us create a classroom hygiene station! With your donations, we received a 15-drawer rolling cart and a wide variety of personal care items including deodorant, tissues, lip balm, travel toothbrush kits, feminine products, hair brushes and accessories, lotion, and more. This has been an incredible addition to our classroom and a true game-changer for our students.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the hygiene station fully stocked, their reactions were a mix of surprise and appreciation. Many quietly took items they needed without even having to ask, and others commented on how \"cool\" it was to have these supplies available. We recently had a student come in late after a tough morning at home, and being able to grab deodorant, brush their hair, and feel fresh made a noticeable difference in their mood and confidence throughout the day. We're using the cart daily, and it's helping to create a sense of dignity and care that extends far beyond basic hygiene—it tells students that they matter.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we'll continue to restock and maintain this space as a permanent part of our classroom. It's become more than just a cart with supplies—it's a quiet form of support that allows students to take care of themselves without embarrassment or stigma. It's helping to build a more respectful and inclusive environment where all students feel seen and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1746786170904,"projectUrl":"project/hygiene-essentials-for-happy-focused-le/9118059/","projectTitle":"Hygiene Essentials for Happy, Focused Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9656272"},{"teacherId":9656272,"projectId":9288145,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of your donations, we were able to create a much-needed calming corner, and it has already made a big difference for my students. The bean bag chair, extra seat, daisy pillows, and fun stickers transformed a small space in our classroom into a peaceful area where students can take a moment to reset and regulate their emotions.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their eyes lit up with excitement. Several of them immediately asked, \"Is this for us?\" and couldn't wait to try it out. Now, the calming corner is a regular part of our day. During a recent group activity, one student felt overwhelmed and chose to take a short break there. After just a few minutes relaxing on the bean bag with a pillow, they returned feeling calm and ready to participate again. We're also using this space during our social-emotional learning lessons, teaching students when and how to take mindful breaks, which is already helping them build stronger emotional awareness and self-regulation skills.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to keep incorporating the calming corner into our daily routines. We're discussing emotions more openly, and students are learning that it's okay to take a moment when they need it. This project didn't just bring new furniture into the room, it brought a new mindset, and that's something we'll keep building on throughout the year.","fullyFundedDate":1746785941788,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calming-corner-for-mental-hea/9288145/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calming Corner for Mental Health and Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9656272"},{"teacherId":8540131,"projectId":9365414,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all your help and I know my students appreciate the supplies you helped to give them. They've been using their journals for a few weeks now and their organization has improved drastically from the start of the year! I am so excited to say that over 90% of them are now using it as a daily agenda and keeping track of their assignments in them as well. \r\n\r\nMy students were also really excited to see the different colors on their journals. They're used to seeing generic composition journals and were excited to see that they could express themselves with a little touch of color! I really appreciate everything you did for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1752507797161,"projectUrl":"project/class-notebooks/9365414/","projectTitle":"Class Notebooks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hamada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8540131_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658611602170","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8540131"},{"teacherId":9483786,"projectId":8253650,"letterContent":"When our menstrual care products arrived, I immediately set up a discreet and accessible station in our classroom where students could take what they needed without having to ask. We created a simple system where students could grab pads, liners, or wipes privately, ensuring that their learning is never interrupted due to a lack of access to basic hygiene. This small change has had a big impact on our classroom culture. Students feel seen, respected, and supported.\r\n\r\nThe reaction was immediate and heartfelt. Several students expressed how relieved they were to know that they could count on having products available when they needed them. One student quietly told me, \"This is the first time I have ever seen pads in a classroom, and it makes me feel like someone actually understands.\" Moments like that reminded me just how necessary this project was, and how powerful it can be to remove barriers that often go unspoken.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these supplies, word has spread around campus. Students who are not in my class have come by asking if they can grab what they need, and the answer is always yes. It has created a sense of community and care that extends beyond my classroom walls. Thanks to your support, I have become someone students trust and turn to, knowing they will be met with compassion, dignity, and a safe solution. I am so grateful for your kindness and for helping create a more supportive and inclusive school environment.","fullyFundedDate":1710550261732,"projectUrl":"project/simplify-menstruation/8253650/","projectTitle":"Simplify Menstruation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Renteria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9483786_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709527960000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9483786"},{"teacherId":8540131,"projectId":8310549,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me give my students the organizational tools to succeed! They're such an incredible group of kids and I am so excited to see what they're capable of this upcoming year. I've been trying to make sure that my students not only understand the importance of American History, but the importance of keeping themselves organized and keeping themselves on track to be successful for the rest of their life. \r\nMy goal as a teacher is to make sure they are all ready for the future, so every single day we complete an agenda and take notes on what we need to accomplish for the day. They weren't too excited to see the binders at first, but as the year progressed they realized how important it was to stay organized and they appreciated that they had the materials they needed to learn that skill.","fullyFundedDate":1723678979710,"projectUrl":"project/student-organization/8310549/","projectTitle":"Student Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hamada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8540131_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658611602170","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8540131"},{"teacherId":8540131,"projectId":9266249,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me out with giving my students these supplies. They are incredibly excited to use the materials and develop those organizational skills. They use their binders every single day to take notes and keep track of all the assignments they need to complete. They're in middle school and it is one of the most developmental times of their lives. \r\nMy students are incredible and they need these binders to help them achieve their full potential. Without the proper materials, students don't know how to keep themselves organized and neat, so you've helped me give them the materials they need.","fullyFundedDate":1746786182072,"projectUrl":"project/building-organization-skills/9266249/","projectTitle":"Building Organization Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hamada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8540131_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658611602170","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8540131"},{"teacherId":9656272,"projectId":8977102,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, Tech Tools for Tomorrow's Learners! When the headphones and writing tablets arrived, my students were immediately excited and curious. Their faces lit up as we unpacked the materials—there was a buzz of anticipation in the room! We quickly put them to use during our first digital lesson, and I was amazed at how seamlessly the students adapted and how focused they became.\r\n\r\nWe now use the headphones daily for individualized learning activities like listening to audiobooks, practicing Spanish with pronunciation tools, and exploring educational videos. They've made a world of difference in reducing distractions and helping students stay engaged. The writing tablets have become an essential part of our classroom routine. My students use them like mini whiteboards to work through grammar practice, quickwrites, vocabulary activities, and collaborative group games. They're especially helpful during small group instruction and student-led stations because they allow for easy sharing of ideas without the mess or waste of paper.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our classroom has become a more dynamic and student-centered learning environment. Students are building confidence, working at their own pace, and taking ownership of their learning. These tools have helped them stay motivated and curious, and I can already see the growth in both their academic performance and classroom collaboration. Your support has truly empowered my students to thrive—thank you again for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1739366794721,"projectUrl":"project/tech-tools-for-tomorrows-learners/8977102/","projectTitle":"Tech Tools for Tomorrow's Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9656272"},{"teacherId":9656272,"projectId":9118233,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project to provide snacks and easy meals for my students! Your kindness has made a huge difference in our classroom. The Pop-Tarts, beef jerky, ramen noodles, protein bars, and juices have helped meet a basic but critical need — making sure no student has to go through the day hungry. Thanks to you, my students can now stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the stocked shelves, they were thrilled and so grateful. Many of them immediately expressed how helpful it was to have something to eat during a long day of learning. It has made a noticeable difference — students are more attentive, more motivated, and overall more positive in class. A simple snack has truly become a small but powerful tool for building their academic confidence and keeping them on track.\r\n\r\nGoing forward, we will continue using these food items to support students whenever they need a boost. Having these resources available has helped create a more caring, supportive classroom environment where students feel seen and cared for. Your donation has not only filled their stomachs but also filled their hearts, showing them that there are people who believe in their success. Thank you for being part of our journey!","fullyFundedDate":1740509181992,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-success-snacks-and-meals-to-ene/9118233/","projectTitle":"Fueling Success: Snacks and Meals to Energize Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9656272"},{"teacherId":9656272,"projectId":8980786,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Movie Club project! Thanks to your generosity, we were able to create a welcoming, fun environment where students could enjoy delicious snacks while learning and bonding with one another. The popcorn, cookies, chips, juice pouches, and sweet treats brought so much excitement and joy to our movie sessions. It truly made the experience feel special and allowed students to relax, connect, and engage in deeper discussions about the films we watched.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the snacks and the setup, their faces lit up with excitement. They immediately felt that this was a space made just for them. It helped set the tone for meaningful conversations — students who were usually shy opened up more, and the relaxed environment encouraged everyone to participate. The Movie Club became a place where students not only enjoyed movies but also practiced critical thinking, learned to appreciate storytelling techniques, and connected films to broader lessons in literature, history, and real life.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we plan to continue using this special space to encourage student-led discussions and analysis. Students will take more ownership of the Movie Club by choosing films, leading discussions, and connecting the themes they see in movies to important life lessons. Thanks to you, we have created a community where learning feels exciting and personal, and we couldn't have done it without your support!","fullyFundedDate":1738292009572,"projectUrl":"project/reel-fun-refreshments-fueling-creativ/8980786/","projectTitle":"Reel Fun & Refreshments: Fueling Creativity in Our Movie Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9656272"},{"teacherId":9656272,"projectId":8875751,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation to our \"Coloring Our Culture: Tools for Creativity in the LatinX Club!\" project. Thanks to your support, we now have a colored printer, cardstock, and ink, which have transformed the way our students engage with their work. These new resources allow my students to create vibrant, high-quality projects that celebrate their culture and creativity. It's been incredible to see them express themselves through colorful designs, posters, and artwork that represent their heritage.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in our classroom has been palpable. Students who were once shy about sharing their work now feel proud to display their creations. One student, in particular, has taken on a leadership role in designing materials for the club, showing newfound confidence. Your donation has not only provided valuable tools for learning but has also given our students a sense of pride and ownership in their work. We're so grateful for your support and the impact it has had on our classroom and LatinX Club!\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference in our students' educational experience.","fullyFundedDate":1731940452532,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-our-culture-tools-for-creativi/8875751/","projectTitle":"Coloring Our Culture: Tools for Creativity in the LatinX Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9656272"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_77324","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":682,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":7,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":63,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"7 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"19.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.7,"schoolId":77324,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Ahwahnee Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Ahwahnee Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/fresno-unified-school-district/ahwahnee-middle-school/77324"}