{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mountain Vista Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":25.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9982160,"projectId":9658833,"letterContent":"Thank you for all your gracious support in supplying my students with class sets of \"The Last Cuentista\" and \"Out of my Mind!\" These novels are very engaging and will be excellent at helping students practice a multitude of reading skills. \r\n\r\nSo far we are almost through \"The Last Cuentista\" by Donna Barba Higuera, and my students are thoroughly invested in this story! Additionally, due to the fact that this story has a decent amount of Spanish interspersed throughout, my English Language Learners have received a boost of confidence as they get to be the experts with certain pronunciations and meaning-makings. I am thrilled to be able to integrate my student's prior knowledge and connections in order to help them really grasp the heart of this novel.\r\n\r\nIn the spring, we will be reading \"Out of My Mind,\" by Sharon M. Draper, and then watching the film adaptation so that students can compare a story to its multimedia version. I remembered really loving this story as a student myself, and it's themes of empathy and perseverance and going to be very beneficial for my students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support, you have made a world of difference to these students.","fullyFundedDate":1756730143317,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-show-7th-graders-that-reading-ca/9658833/","projectTitle":"Help Me Show 7th Graders that Reading Can Be Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Teacher Bandit","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9982160_orig.png?crop=1536,1536,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756568919340","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9982160"},{"teacherId":10072918,"projectId":9450870,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom. Your generosity helps create meaningful learning experiences, and our students feel truly valued because of you. The students were able to reflect on the famous piece of literature The Little Prince. The students were deeply engaged in exploring its themes of imagination, friendship, and seeing the world through the eyes of a child. Through class discussions and creative projects, they connected the story's lessons to their own lives, discovering the importance of curiosity, kindness, and looking beneath the surface.","fullyFundedDate":1756730143467,"projectUrl":"project/literature-reflection-a-reading-project/9450870/","projectTitle":"Literature Reflection: A Reading Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10072918_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752010112953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10072918"},{"teacherId":10072918,"projectId":9680864,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Because of you, our classroom has become a more vibrant, organized, and inspiring place to learn.\r\n\r\nOur new colorful Sharpies brought excitement and creativity into the room as students used them to write our class expectations and design bright, engaging academic posters. These visual reminders now hang proudly on our walls and help students stay focused on our goals each day.\r\n\r\nThe manual sharpeners have made a world of difference in keeping our workflow smooth and efficient. Students no longer lose time waiting for a pencil to be ready—they can sharpen quickly and get right back to learning.\r\n\r\nThe growth mindset posters have added encouragement and positivity to our environment. Students refer to them often, reminding themselves that mistakes help them grow and that effort leads to success.\r\n\r\nAnd the green fidget band has been a wonderful tool to help students stay centered and attentive. It allows those who need movement to stay engaged without distraction.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has had a meaningful impact on our classroom community. We are so grateful for your kindness and for believing in our students. Thank you for helping us create a space where learning is colorful, focused, and full of possibility!","fullyFundedDate":1757540556738,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-positive-learning-environment/9680864/","projectTitle":"Fostering Positive Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10072918_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752010112953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10072918"},{"teacherId":10058484,"projectId":9663589,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support, which has allowed our students to experience the excitement of photography through our new yearbook cameras. Many people use technology daily, but seeing how it transforms learning inside schools has been especially meaningful.\r\n\r\nThe cameras are providing students with hands on opportunities to learn photography and digital storytelling skills. They are practicing how to frame meaningful images, adjust lighting, capture candid moments, and visually communicate ideas. Beyond photography, students are strengthening their collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking...skills that extend well beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students most is using real equipment that professionals rely on. They take pride in documenting school events and moments that will soon become part of our yearbook. Reviewing their photos instantly gives them the chance to experiment, improve, and grow with every shot they take. The ownership they feel over this creative process has been inspiring to witness.\r\n\r\nWe have also seen particular students truly flourish with this technology. Some who are typically quieter in class have come alive behind the lens, finding confidence in capturing moments and even helping peers learn new techniques. Another student who often struggles with written assignments has discovered photography as a meaningful way to express creativity and contribute to our school community. These cameras are not just tools, they are pathways for students to shine.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting difference. You have given our students not only equipment, but also the chance to build skills, share their voice, and create memories that will last for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1757540557318,"projectUrl":"project/picture-this-cameras-for-our-yearbook-t/9663589/","projectTitle":"Picture This: Cameras for Our Yearbook Team!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Molloy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10058484_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751315251718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10058484"},{"teacherId":9270019,"projectId":9443457,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Blank Walls Project\"! Your generosity helped us turn a plain classroom into a vibrant and inspiring learning space. The new posters, student artwork displays, and motivational visuals have completely changed the atmosphere-students now walk in each morning and immediately feel a sense of pride and belonging.\r\nThe moment they saw the colorful transformation, the reactions were priceless-gasps, smiles, and comments like, \"It feels like a real classroom now!\" Even students who are usually quiet began asking to contribute their own ideas and artwork. The visual warmth and creativity on our walls have encouraged more student engagement and collaboration during lessons.\r\nAs we continue building our classroom community, my students are now brainstorming new ways to add their own voices to the space-through seasonal themes, class projects, and inspirational quotes in both English and Spanish. This project didn't just decorate our classroom-it gave my students a sense of ownership and identity in their learning environment. Thank you for helping us make our walls speak with color, culture, and heart.","fullyFundedDate":1756730447352,"projectUrl":"project/from-blank-walls-to-bright-minds/9443457/","projectTitle":"From Blank Walls to Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alfaro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9270019_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694288405617","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9270019"},{"teacherId":9270019,"projectId":9247176,"letterContent":",\r\n\r\nI want to thank you for helping bring our end-of-year classroom projects to life. Your generous support gave my students the opportunity to create, collaborate, and celebrate all the growth they've made this school year. We used the materials to design hands-on projects that tied together everything we had learned, andfrom writing and art to science and leadership. One of the highlights was watching my students proudly present their final projects to one another; their confidence and creativity truly shined.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the supplies arrive, their faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. They couldn't believe that people they didn't even know cared enough to help their classroom. The materials brought a new level of energy and joy into our lessons, and it motivated them to do their best work.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, my students are using what they learned from these projects to set goals for next year, and both academically and personally. These projects gave them a sense of ownership and pride that will stay with them well beyond the classroom. Thank you for believing in them and helping us end the year on such a meaningful and memorable note.","fullyFundedDate":1746785888998,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-year/9247176/","projectTitle":"End of Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alfaro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9270019_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694288405617","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9270019"},{"teacherId":9445182,"projectId":9249842,"letterContent":"When I transitioned to my new role as principal at a local Christian school, I made sure to leave behind all the wonderful supplies you donated to help build the resource foundation for the incoming teachers. These materials became an invaluable starter kit for educators who were beginning to establish their classrooms. The new English and History teachers have expressed gratitude for inheriting quality supplies that immediately facilitated engaging lessons.\r\n\r\nYour generous donations didn't just impact my students—they created a lasting resource base that continues to support creative learning under new leadership. The crayons, colored pencils, and dry-erase markers gave these new teachers the confidence to plan ambitious projects from day one, knowing they had the materials to bring their vision to life. Thank you for helping establish a foundation that keeps giving back to students and educators alike.","fullyFundedDate":1747173321494,"projectUrl":"project/the-nuts-and-bolts-of-education/9249842/","projectTitle":"The Nuts and Bolts of Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Barnes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9445182_orig.jpg?crop=348,348,x47,y72&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706040426434","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9445182"},{"teacherId":9560254,"projectId":9223025,"letterContent":"When my students first walked into the room and saw the new cubbies, rolling desks, and storage carts, their faces lit up. They immediately began organizing their supplies, tucking away binders and books into their own spaces, and rolling their desks into small groups with excitement. These resources have given our classroom a fresh sense of order and flexibility, turning it into a space where students feel ownership and pride. The simple act of having a personal cubby or moving their desk to collaborate has made daily routines smoother and more engaging.\r\n\r\nThanks to The DonorsChoose Community, I've been able to teach in a space that feels more like a true learning community. Instead of losing time to clutter or searching for supplies, we can focus on meaningful lessons and projects. Students are able to transition quickly, work together more easily, and take responsibility for their shared environment. Your generosity didn't just provide furniture—it created a more organized, collaborative classroom where students can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1746786490931,"projectUrl":"project/claim-your-space-designing-a-classroom/9223025/","projectTitle":"Claim Your Space: Designing a Classroom that Works for Us!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Petty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9560254_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759121949006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9560254"},{"teacherId":9560254,"projectId":9206132,"letterContent":"Last spring, thanks to your generosity, my students received soil, watering cans, raised beds, and other garden supplies that allowed them to build a thriving spring and summer garden. They took great pride in watching their hard work grow, from preparing the beds to harvesting the first vegetables. Now, a new group of middle schoolers is benefitting from those same resources, stepping into the garden with curiosity and excitement. When they first saw the raised beds waiting for them, many immediately began brainstorming what they could plant this season and how they could care for it. These tools continue to transform our outdoor space into a living classroom where students learn science, responsibility, and teamwork. Our next step is planning and planting our winter garden, and students are already researching which crops will grow best and what plants pair well together.","fullyFundedDate":1743007063874,"projectUrl":"project/our-environmental-science-and-gardening/9206132/","projectTitle":"Our Environmental Science and Gardening Program!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Petty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9560254_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759121949006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9560254"},{"teacherId":10058484,"projectId":9420242,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students have been able to dive deeply into The Giver, a text that opens the door to rich discussions about individuality, freedom, memory, and the importance of questioning the world around us. With this book, students practiced essential literacy skills such as analyzing character motivations, identifying themes, citing textual evidence, and comparing fictional societies to real-world issues. Many of our readers had never encountered a dystopian novel before, and The Giver has helped them build the critical-thinking foundation they'll need for more complex texts in the future.\r\nReading in our classroom has become an engaging, collaborative experience. Students read independently, in small groups, and through structured read-alouds where we pause to annotate, ask questions, and make predictions. The room is often filled with the sound of students debating rules from the Community, discussing turning points in Jonas's journey, or sharing connections between the novel and their own lives. These books have allowed us to shift from simply completing assignments to having meaningful, student-led conversations.\r\nSeveral students who typically struggle with reading have become some of our most enthusiastic participants. One student who is usually quiet in class now raises their hand regularly to discuss the emotional impact of receiving memories. Another student, who once claimed they \"don't like reading,\" has been the first to ask, \"Are we reading more today?\" Your donation didn't just put books in students' hands. It sparked curiosity, confidence, and a genuine love for reading. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1750437212595,"projectUrl":"project/the-giver-a-lesson-on-generations/9420242/","projectTitle":"The Giver: a Lesson on Generations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Molloy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10058484_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751315251718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10058484"},{"teacherId":9270019,"projectId":9086877,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support and generosity! Because of your donations, our special education classroom has truly transformed into a brighter, more engaging space where every student feels seen, supported, and excited to learn. The materials you helped fund arrived just in time to wrap up our school year with joy and creativity.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first walked in and saw the new decorations and supplies, their faces lit up. One student said, \"It feels like a real classroom now!\" and that small moment captured the heart of what your contribution has done. Whether we were using visual cues to support routines, working on a collaborative art project with new materials, or simply enjoying a calm corner decorated with affirming messages, each item you helped provide made a meaningful difference in their day-to-day experience. These resources created a sense of safety, comfort, and pride in their space.\r\n\r\nAs we look ahead to the next school year, your donations have set the foundation for even more hands-on learning and social-emotional growth. We're planning sensory-based learning stations, personalized student spaces, and themed learning weeks that reflect student interests and strengths. Your kindness didn't just impact the end of one school year and it sparked momentum and excitement for the next chapter in our classroom. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being a part of our journey.","fullyFundedDate":1739567042354,"projectUrl":"project/amazing-students/9086877/","projectTitle":"Amazing Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alfaro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9270019_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694288405617","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9270019"},{"teacherId":9445182,"projectId":8744007,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how deeply grateful I am for your generous donation of graphic novels and books to our classroom library. The joy on my English Learner students' faces when they discovered titles like \"Miles Morales\" and \"Dog Man\" in Spanish was absolutely priceless. In just a short time, these books have become the most sought-after items in our classroom, with students eagerly signing up for their turn to read them. Being able to read engaging, contemporary stories in their native language while building connections to English has given them a newfound confidence and excitement about reading.\r\n\r\nThese graphic novels have become a bridge between languages and cultures in our classroom. Students who were previously hesitant to participate are now eagerly sharing their favorite parts of the stories with their classmates. Just yesterday, I overheard an animated discussion about Miles Morales between students who had never spoken to each other before. The bilingual reading options have created wonderful opportunities for peer learning, with students helping each other understand concepts in both languages. The diverse characters and storylines in books like \"Mexikid\" and \"Frizzy\" have helped our students see themselves represented in literature, which is invaluable for building their self-confidence and fostering a true love of reading.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtful gift has transformed our classroom into a more inclusive and welcoming space where every student can find stories that speak to them. The impact of these books extends far beyond the classroom walls – students are developing literacy skills in both languages while discovering the joy of reading. The waiting list for these books grows longer each day, and it's heartwarming to see students so excited about reading that they're recommending books to their friends. 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