{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Paul Revere Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":16.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1565671,"projectId":10302369,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Because of you, our classroom's capacity to create, design, and engineer has just leveled up.\r\n\r\nWhile many people use technology at home for daily tasks or entertainment, in our middle school digital imaging lab, these new 3D printers transform our room into a dynamic production studio. Instead of just consuming content, my students are actively engineering and problem-solving. They are learning vital skills like spatial awareness, vector design, and the value of iteration. When a digital design doesn't quite work in the physical world, they learn to troubleshoot, adjust their files, and try again. Having this new printer means we have eliminated the long wait times that used to disrupt our workflow, allowing students to iterate on their designs in real time.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for the students is the sheer magic of holding something they designed on a screen in their own hands. Whether they are watching the printer extrude a custom hall pass, a keychain, or parts for a collaborative engineering build, their engagement is off the charts. It gives them a profound sense of ownership and pride to see their digital ideas materialize into tangible objects they can share with their peers.\r\n\r\nThis expanded access has been a true game-changer, especially for students who sometimes struggle to engage in traditional academic settings. One student in particular, who is usually very quiet, completely opened up when we expanded our printing fleet. With more hands-on time available, they quickly mastered the hardware and became our unofficial class \"tech expert,\" helping their peers troubleshoot designs and experiment with complex, multi-part builds. This technology gave them a voice and a leadership role that has noticeably boosted their confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools and the dedicated hands-on time they need to create, collaborate, and discover new passions. Your generosity is shaping the designers and engineers of tomorrow!","fullyFundedDate":1784298669990,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-upgrade-our-3d-printers/10302369/","projectTitle":"Help Us Upgrade Our 3D Printers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sugimoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1565671_orig.jpg?crop=648,648,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768411529324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1565671"},{"teacherId":1565671,"projectId":10212428,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing this incredible technology into our classroom! While many people use computers and technology at home for daily tasks or entertainment, in our middle school electives, this equipment transforms our room into a dynamic production studio and collaborative workspace. With our new 3D printing and digital imaging tools, my students are no longer just consuming content—they are actively engineering, problem-solving, and creating. It teaches them vital skills like spatial awareness, vector design, and the value of iteration. When a digital design doesn't quite work in the physical world, they learn to troubleshoot, adjust their files, and try again until they succeed.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for the students is the sheer magic of holding something they designed on a screen in their own hands. Whether it's watching the 3D printer extrude their custom creations layer by layer, or using the new materials to craft their own personalized gear, their engagement is off the charts. It gives them a profound sense of ownership and pride to see their digital ideas materialize into tangible, usable objects.\r\n\r\nThis technology has been a true game-changer, especially for students who sometimes struggle to engage in traditional academic settings. One student in particular, who is usually very quiet and hesitant to participate, completely opened up when introduced to our 3D modeling tools. They quickly became the unofficial class \"expert,\" helping their peers troubleshoot designs and even experimenting with complex, collaborative builds during their free time. This technology gave them a voice and a leadership role that has noticeably boosted their confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools to create, collaborate, and discover new passions. Your generosity is shaping the designers and engineers of tomorrow!","fullyFundedDate":1778768902741,"projectUrl":"project/help-upgrade-our-3d-printer/10212428/","projectTitle":"Help Upgrade Our 3D Printer","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sugimoto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1565671_orig.jpg?crop=648,648,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768411529324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1565671"},{"teacherId":10404924,"projectId":10388107,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us create a more organized, efficient learning environment! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in the day-to-day experience of my middle school math students.\r\n\r\nThe new storage bins, desk organizers, pencil boxes, and labeled supplies have made it much easier for students to find what they need quickly and independently. Instead of spending valuable class time searching for materials, students can get organized and get right to learning. The additional pencils also ensure that every student has access to basic supplies when they need them.\r\n\r\nThe label maker and classroom organization tools have helped create a space where students can take more ownership of our classroom. The paper cutter and extension cords with protective covers have also made it easier and safer for me to prepare materials and keep our classroom running smoothly. Our new classroom calendar helps students stay informed about important dates, assignments, and upcoming events.\r\n\r\nThese may seem like simple classroom supplies, but they have a big impact. When our classroom is organized and students have easy access to the materials they need, we have more time for what matters most—learning, collaborating, and building confidence as mathematicians.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where they can be prepared, independent, and successful. Your support truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1784902051650,"projectUrl":"project/everything-in-its-place-every-student-r/10388107/","projectTitle":"Everything in Its Place, Every Student Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404924"},{"teacherId":10404924,"projectId":10330039,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity has helped transform our math classroom into a warmer, more welcoming space where students feel comfortable learning, collaborating, and taking academic risks.\r\n\r\nThe bright décor and educational posters have made our classroom feel more inviting while turning our walls into an extension of our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe student incentives have been especially exciting for my students. Candy, fidget toys, squishies, and other small rewards give me opportunities to recognize students for their effort, perseverance, kindness, and academic growth. Students are excited to celebrate their successes, and these little moments of encouragement can make a big difference in their confidence and motivation.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these resources have helped create a classroom community where students know that their hard work matters. Thank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a place where they can feel comfortable, supported, and proud of their growth. We are so grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1784298665276,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-classroom-students-love-to-le/10330039/","projectTitle":"Creating a Classroom Students Love to Learn In","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404924"},{"teacherId":9060039,"projectId":10098406,"letterContent":"By providing our wishlist, you have given our students the opportunity to take charge of their learning experience. As they explore how they learn best and what they need to be successful in their academic journey, they will have the tools in our classroom to be the best student they can be. Your generosity has empowered us to create an engaging and enriching learning environment for our students. We use our laminating machine to create learning materials in the classroom. We regulate our emotions with our cozy corner and we learn about our world using our globes and compasses.\r\n\r\nYour commitment to education is truly inspiring. Your donation will not only benefit our current sixth graders but also the future students who will have the privilege of learning on their own terms and focusing on what makes them successful. Thank you once again for your unwavering support and investment in the education of our students. We are truly grateful for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1771466219322,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-our-next-generation/10098406/","projectTitle":"Tools for Our Next Generation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Connor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisa-oconnor"},{"teacherId":10414141,"projectId":10046082,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donation of the Surface Tablet that has allowed me to greatly enhance my ability to utilize technology to incorporate increased levels of learning supports for my my students that include: visual examples, interactive videos and note-taking, clearly drafted explanations and feedback, and the ability to review and reteach concepts with ease. The surface pen that I pair with the tablet is truly a highlight of the learning experience as I can draft notes, solutions, and point out key ideas and concepts with great ease and clarity. Additionally, the tablet allows me to project images and learning materials clearly and quickly on the front projector which allows for increased efficiency during instruction. \r\n\r\nMy ability to integrate the tablet with programs such as Kami Learning and Paint have allowed me to annotate and highlight concepts quickly and easily which allows students to easily follow and grasp the key points and concepts of the lesson. Learning and engagement from my students has been greatly increased and enhanced through your generous contribution. Thank you again for allowing our classroom to shine as a community of high achievement by helping me enhance the use of technology throughout my lessons.","fullyFundedDate":1769521119778,"projectUrl":"project/incorporate-technology-to-increase-inter/10046082/","projectTitle":"Incorporate Technology to Increase Interactive Learning Opportunities for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wasserman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414141"},{"teacherId":9754560,"projectId":10130975,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our counseling program. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to tissues and Post-it notes. While these may seem like simple supplies, they play an important role in helping students feel comfortable, supported, and engaged as they work through social-emotional learning activities and personal challenges.\r\n\r\nThe tissues have been especially valuable in our counseling sessions. Many of our students come to counseling to process difficult emotions, navigate friendships, manage stress, or talk about challenges they are facing at school or at home. Having tissues readily available helps create a safe and welcoming environment where students feel comfortable expressing their feelings. \r\n\r\nThe Post-it notes are a frequently used tool in our counseling lessons and activities. Students were excited when they first saw the colorful stacks of notes. One of our recent counseling lessons focused on identifying coping tools to use when we feel stressed at school. My wall was soon covered with colorful reminders of positive ways to manage stress such as talking to a trusted adult, taking deep breaths, drawing, exercising, or practicing gratitude.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided much more than supplies—it has helped create opportunities for meaningful conversations, emotional support, and student connection. Every tissue used during a difficult moment, and every Post-it note containing a coping strategy represents the positive impact of your donation. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their well-being. Your support helps us create a safe, welcoming environment where every student can feel heard, valued, and empowered to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1772890384483,"projectUrl":"project/tissues-and-post-it-notes/10130975/","projectTitle":"Tissues and Post It Notes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McGuire","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9754560"},{"teacherId":8917884,"projectId":10039494,"letterContent":"Thank you for creating a buzz of excitement in our busy X3 classroom hive. Your kind and generous donations of art station materials engaged our learners and offered social-emotional support, improved moments of mindfulness, and increased collaboration. \r\n\r\nBeyond the walls of my classroom, I used your donations to lead workshops for additional Revere students; I hosted three sessions after school (for Climate Literacy x Community Service) in March as well as a lunchtime Earth Week activity. These art activities offered SEL as well as appreciation for Earth's resources. \r\n\r\nI wish I could share the happy conversations and partnerships that were born and reinforced during our sessions, but hopefully these photos offer a sense of these happenings and the students' creative efforts. I am confident that the impacts of your donations on our students' hearts and minds will reach more and more individuals in our local community and beyond. In the years ahead, I will continue to offer SEL opportunities to Revere students with the materials you donated.","fullyFundedDate":1769291889114,"projectUrl":"project/art-sel-for-all/10039494/","projectTitle":"Art & SEL for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Takashima","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917884_orig.png?crop=332,332,x0,y35&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673108288971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisataka"},{"teacherId":10420159,"projectId":10083772,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations of school supplies, snacks and cleaning supplies. Additionally, thank you for your donation of the laptop computer which I am currently using to write this note! Students are most excited that every Friday our students have a Fun Friday and eat the snacks you donated. During this time, students who have good behavior are allowed to participate in social emotional learning games in the class. This helps students improve their behavior throughout the week in all of their classes. On Fridays the students have something to look forward to because of your philanthropy. \r\n\r\nThe coloring tools you all donated to us really helped our students with projects. Some examples are a Haiku posters for AAPI month, Recipe Ratios, Mean Medium and Mode group work posters, and a Black History Month contest poster. One of our students won a certificate for Creative Work in Art from our district for her Black History Month Contest poster that she created during class time using the donated supplies. Also, thank you for donating printing paper. Many of our students prefer printed tests to help with comprehension. Moreover, much gratitude for the computer that can be used to project videos in the classroom that help us learn, review and remediate. \r\nFinally, we appreciate your donations of cleaning supplies to maintain a healthy environment for our school community. We truly appreciate your generosity and support of our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1771095354564,"projectUrl":"project/technology-and-materials/10083772/","projectTitle":"Technology and materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Soto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10420159"},{"teacherId":10455793,"projectId":10128925,"letterContent":"Our recent Teacher Adopt-a-Plant for your students and classroom event has brought much more than greenery into our classrooms—it has created meaningful opportunities for learning, connection, and school pride. This initiative has had a positive impact on both our school culture and our students' educational experiences.\r\nBy inviting teachers to adopt and care for plants in their classrooms, we have created more welcoming and engaging learning environments. Research has shown that natural elements can help reduce stress, improve focus, and create a calmer atmosphere. Students benefit from being in spaces that feel vibrant, nurturing, and connected to the natural world.\r\n\r\nThe event has also strengthened our school culture by fostering a sense of shared responsibility and community. Teachers, students, and staff have come together around a common goal of caring for living things and beautifying our school. These small acts of stewardship encourage teamwork, pride, and ownership of our learning spaces.\r\nIn the classroom, plants provide valuable hands-on learning opportunities. Students can observe growth cycles, discuss environmental concepts, practice responsibility through plant care, and develop an appreciation for nature. These experiences help bring science and environmental education to life in meaningful and memorable ways.\r\nBeyond academics, caring for plants helps students develop important social-emotional skills such as patience, responsibility, and empathy. Watching a plant grow over time teaches students that consistent care and effort can lead to positive results—an important lesson that extends far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe Teacher Adopt-a-Plant for your students and classroom demonstrates how a simple initiative can have a lasting impact. By bringing nature into our classrooms, we are cultivating healthier learning environments, strengthening our school community, and providing students with valuable opportunities for growth and discovery.\r\nThank you to everyone who participated and helped make this event a success. Together, we are creating a school environment where both students and plants can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1772634102907,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-nature-into-our-classrooms/10128925/","projectTitle":"Bringing Nature Into Our Classrooms!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gladstone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10455793"},{"teacherId":10404924,"projectId":10301845,"letterContent":"The classroom decor, educational posters, wall clock, and student incentives provided through this project have made a meaningful difference in my middle school math classroom. The posters and decorations have transformed the space into a welcoming, engaging learning environment that reinforces important mathematical concepts and helps students feel proud of their classroom. The wall clock provides a practical tool that helps students develop time-management skills and stay aware of class pacing and transitions.\r\n\r\nThe student rewards and incentives have been especially impactful in building motivation, encouraging positive behavior, and celebrating academic growth. Whether students are being recognized for perseverance, improvement, participation, or achievement, these small rewards help create a positive classroom culture where effort is valued and success is celebrated. Together, these resources have helped create a more organized, supportive, and inspiring environment where students feel motivated to learn, take risks, and reach their full potential. The impact of this project will be felt every day as students walk into a classroom designed to support both their academic and personal growth.","fullyFundedDate":1779907443886,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-welcoming-motivating-math-c/10301845/","projectTitle":"Creating a Welcoming & Motivating Math Classroom for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404924"},{"teacherId":10404924,"projectId":10300820,"letterContent":"The MacBook Neo you helped provide will have a tremendous impact on my 7th and 8th grade math classroom. Having reliable, up-to-date technology allows me to create more engaging lessons, access instructional resources quickly, and better support students with a variety of learning needs. This device will help me organize classroom materials, communicate with families, analyze student data, and provide timely feedback that helps students grow academically. By replacing outdated technology, this MacBook will improve efficiency and allow me to focus more time and energy on student learning. Your generosity is helping create a more productive, innovative, and student-centered classroom environment where every learner has the opportunity to succeed. Thank you for investing in my students and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1779905897389,"projectUrl":"project/updating-technology-for-21st-century-mat/10300820/","projectTitle":"Updating Technology for 21st Century Math Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404924"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_7257","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1579,"numTeachers":84,"percentFrplEligible":31,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":53,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":21,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":10,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"18.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":83.6,"schoolId":7257,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Paul Revere Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Paul Revere Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/los-angeles-unified-school-district/paul-revere-middle-school/7257"}