{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ahwahnee Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":33.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9656272,"projectId":9766365,"letterContent":"I'm thrilled to share how your support for the Student Care Station project is already making a significant difference for my students. Thanks to your generous contributions, our station is stocked with essential hygiene supplies and snacks, ensuring that students have the basic care they need to focus and thrive in the classroom.\r\n\r\nHow are my students using the new resources?\r\n\r\nThe hygiene station has become an invaluable part of our daily routine. Students now have access to deodorant, pads, toothbrushes, lip balm, and a variety of snacks throughout the day. It's helped create a sense of confidence among the students who previously came to school worrying about their basic needs. One of our most touching moments came when a student who usually struggled with focus and self-esteem came up to me after using the deodorant and toothpaste. They smiled and said, \"I feel better. I can focus now.\" Small, simple items like these can have such a big impact on their day and their mindset.\r\n\r\nHow did my students react when they first saw the materials?\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, students were overjoyed and deeply appreciative. They felt cared for, which is so important for their sense of well-being. The snacks, especially the Nutella & GO! cups and Rice Krispies Treats, were an immediate hit. Students shared how having something to eat during long class periods helped them focus more and feel energized. Many of them were also grateful to have hygiene items that made them feel cleaner and more confident throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWhat are the next steps for my students?\r\n\r\nGoing forward, we plan to keep the Student Care Station stocked, but also make sure that our students understand the importance of hygiene and self-care. We'll use this as a teaching opportunity, incorporating discussions about health and well-being into our lessons. This project will continue to empower my students to feel confident and capable of engaging in their learning without being distracted by basic needs.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and commitment to my students' success!","fullyFundedDate":1763474839841,"projectUrl":"project/stocking-the-student-care-station/9766365/","projectTitle":"Stocking the Student Care Station","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":9379656,"letterContent":"I'm excited to share just how much your generous support has impacted my classroom and my students. Thanks to your contribution, we've been able to start the school year strong and organized, and it's already making a noticeable difference in the way my students approach their learning.\r\n\r\nHow are my students using the new resources?\r\n\r\nThe composition notebooks have quickly become essential to each student's learning process. Every student now has their own personal journal, which is helping them not only stay organized but also take ownership of their learning. These notebooks are already being used in various classroom projects, from brainstorming writing ideas to creating personalized notes during lessons. One specific project we're working on is a \"My Future Self\" journal, where students reflect on their goals, dreams, and the steps they need to take to achieve them. It's been inspiring to see how much pride they take in recording their thoughts in their new notebooks.\r\n\r\nHow did my students react when they first saw the materials?\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were thrilled. The sight of fresh, new notebooks made them feel like their hard work and learning had value. They were especially excited about the new pencil sharpener—something as simple as a working sharpener helped us avoid delays during class, keeping our focus on learning rather than disruptions. It may seem small, but it was a game-changer in maintaining the flow of our lessons.\r\n\r\nWhat are the next steps for my students?\r\n\r\nRight now, we are using the notebooks to guide a variety of writing projects and activities. In the coming weeks, we will dive deeper into college and career prep, using the notebooks to track personal achievements and professional aspirations. We'll also continue using them as a space for reflection and organization as we work on expanding our writing and communication skills in the world languages course. These notebooks are setting the foundation for a more structured, thoughtful approach to their learning.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has made such a meaningful difference in how my students are engaging with their lessons, and I'm excited to see the continued impact this will have throughout the school year. On behalf of my students and myself, thank you for making this possible. We're all so grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1758849052770,"projectUrl":"project/notebooks-and-sharpener-for-student-succ/9379656/","projectTitle":"Notebooks and Sharpener for Student Success","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":9569357,"letterContent":"My students have been developing their organizational and tech skills this year and I can explain how much your donations have helped them! They have struggled bringing their chargers for their computer from home, so we've developed an organized classroom system that helps them use the chargers, but also take responsibility and ownership of making sure that they're taken care of. It's truly been amazing to see them take charge and develop their own rules and understandings of how to use the chargers.\r\nThe notebooks have been a great help as well! They use them every single day in class and we regularly check them for their organization and how neat they keep them. They've also taken ownership over their journals and many of them strive to keep them organized now because they take pride in how their work looks!","fullyFundedDate":1763474739703,"projectUrl":"project/organized-tech/9569357/","projectTitle":"Organized Tech","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":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"}],"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"}