{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"El Dorado Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":16.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":579867,"projectId":9702873,"letterContent":"The integration of the iPad Air into my classroom has transformed the learning experience for my diverse learners. I am sincerely grateful for the opportunity to incorporate this powerful tool into my instruction, as it has strengthened my teaching practices while creating equitable access, fostering independence, and inspiring a deeper love of learning among my students.\r\n\r\nThe iPad Air has enhanced the way I plan, deliver, and assess instruction. It allows me to design lessons that are interactive, visually engaging, and responsive to individual student needs. Instead of relying solely on traditional whole-group instruction, I can incorporate multimedia elements such as instructional videos, interactive simulations, digital graphic organizers, and guided practice activities. This variety helps me present content in multiple ways, ensuring that visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners all have meaningful entry points into the lesson.\r\n\r\nThe iPad Air also supports my ability to differentiate instruction in real time. During small group instruction, I can assign targeted practice based on each student's skill level. \r\n\r\nAdvanced learners can access enrichment activities, while students who need additional support can review scaffolded lessons with built-in prompts and supports. I am able to quickly adjust assignments, provide audio directions, or model strategies digitally. This flexibility allows me to meet students where they are without singling anyone out, creating a classroom environment that feels inclusive and supportive.\r\n\r\nFor my English language learners, I intentionally use the iPad Air to embed vocabulary development and language supports into daily instruction. I can incorporate translation tools, captioned videos, and interactive visuals that strengthen comprehension. I also encourage students to use speech-to-text features during writing activities, allowing them to express their ideas more fluently while continuing to develop their academic language skills. \r\n\r\nIt helps me provide consistent, structured support throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThe iPad Air has also improved how I assess student understanding. I use digital exit tickets, quick quizzes, and collaborative response platforms to gather immediate feedback. This real-time data informs my instructional decisions, enabling me to reteach concepts, form flexible groups, or extend learning as needed. The ability to monitor progress efficiently ensures that instruction remains purposeful and student-centered.\r\n\r\nMy students and I are so grateful for your donations!","fullyFundedDate":1764615330797,"projectUrl":"project/the-ipad-advantage/9702873/","projectTitle":"The iPad Advantage","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Masongsong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp579867_orig.png?crop=256,256,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757470539033","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/579867"},{"teacherId":477146,"projectId":9787129,"letterContent":"My sixth graders are still kids at heart, and sometimes it's the little things that make the biggest difference. Desk pets may be small, but they are a huge motivator in our classroom. Students earn them by staying on task, completing their work, and making positive choices. Instead of focusing on what students are doing wrong, this system helps me highlight what they are doing right. It brings excitement into the room and gives students something fun to work toward each day.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, especially those who struggle with confidence, having a desk pet creates a sense of pride and ownership. They take care of it, keep their space organized, and work hard to earn small accessories and privileges. It builds responsibility while also creating a positive classroom community. When students feel successful and recognized, they are more engaged and willing to try—even when the work feels challenging.\r\n\r\nFunding this project will help me continue building a classroom where positive behavior is celebrated and students feel motivated to do their best. These desk pets aren't just toys—they're tools that help create a focused, encouraging environment where every student has the chance to shine.","fullyFundedDate":1762267676797,"projectUrl":"project/desk-pets-engaging-learning-buddies-for/9787129/","projectTitle":"Desk Pets: Engaging Learning Buddies for Sixth Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez-Pelkey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp477146_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510165291379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-pelkey"},{"teacherId":4499909,"projectId":9850503,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to my classroom. My students were so excited when the box of supplies arrived. They could not wait to get started!\r\nWe were able to do two amazing projects so far. The first one was to make clay tablets and try their hand at being ancient scribes writing in cuneiform. It proved to be more challenging than they thought, giving them an appreciation of the ancient writing system. \r\n\r\nThe second project we were able to do was to make \"stained glass\" windows inspired by the 12 Tribes of Ancient Israel. Students made a design that represented them! It was so fun to see how creative the students are and to get to know them a little bit better. \r\n\r\nSpecial projects like these cannot be done without the generous support of people like you. Thank you again for donating to our students!","fullyFundedDate":1762197369110,"projectUrl":"project/explore-ancient-history-through-art/9850503/","projectTitle":"Explore Ancient History Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wheeler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4499909"},{"teacherId":9681041,"projectId":9655465,"letterContent":"When we received our seedling starter kit the students couldn't wait to plant their seeds!\r\nWe organized, gathered, and collaborated our seed starter pods, soil, and seeds. The students that normally would get bored in class were seen actively engaged and excited to help one another out!\r\nEvery day the students came to class and documented their findings and were filled with so many questions as their seedlings grew. \r\nWhen we got back from break the first thing the students asked, \"can I see my plant?\" This excitement was so awesome to see! \r\nWe are now working on growing more seeds to see in what conditions the plants grow best. This time of the year is difficult for young plants and we are strategizing. \r\nThank you so much for being a part of our garden based learning!","fullyFundedDate":1760673083403,"projectUrl":"project/green-house-and-garden-based-learning/9655465/","projectTitle":"Green House and Garden Based Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Larios","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9681041"},{"teacherId":1475571,"projectId":9767225,"letterContent":"I was gifted something amazing and it was art supplies from you. My class is a 6th and sometimes 7th grade art rotation class. Most of my students have had very little exposure to art. When I was asked to teach this class, I was excited to have a bit of a change from English and World History. This would allow me to meet more of our students on campus as well as teach them that art is more than a coloring sheet. \r\n\r\nThe first project the students were asked to complete was learning about patterns and incorporating them into a zentangle. This would allow them to be successful from the beginning and keep the stress level down. Within a couple of weeks students were asking to learn about Picasso, Keith Haring, Op Art, and wanting to use watercolor and pastels.For some reason, this became a favorite medium for them. \r\n\r\nThe kids were beyond ecstatic when boxes began arriving. They could not wrap their minds around strangers from other states donating to help with our supplies. There were cheers and many smiles at being able to use a brand new water color set. They handled them with reverence and care. It is exciting to watch them create and enjoy our time together.","fullyFundedDate":1760391986713,"projectUrl":"project/art-in-the-classroom/9767225/","projectTitle":"Art in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1475571_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y65&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758957239079","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1475571"},{"teacherId":7557936,"projectId":9529423,"letterContent":"As a middle school librarian, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for your generosity and thoughtfulness for your donation towards my project! Since receiving my new book series for my 6th, 7th, and 8th graders, I've already noticed a huge change in their reading abilities, boosting their self confidence, and their test scores improving!\r\nOur students now attend their English Language Arts classes in the library because now they have a much bigger (and better) selection of new books to enjoy! Watching their enthusiasm and love of reading brings me great joy and it's all because of YOU and your generous contribution of new books for us! I'm also excited to share with you that our students love visiting my library during their lunch times, where they can read any book freely, check out a new book, and work on their reading assignments with my 1:1 help as needed. My Spanish speaking students are reading books in Spanish, thanks to you! These second language kids never had books to read prior to my Donor's Choose project. Thanks to you, they are now improving their reading skills, feeling less anxiety, and raising their test scores as well.\r\nI am so proud of our students for working so hard to improve their personal reading goals and once again, I have you, our donors, to thank for helping them achieve their dreams through the love of reading!","fullyFundedDate":1756357777585,"projectUrl":"project/lets-boost-our-literacy-goals-by-enjoyi/9529423/","projectTitle":"Let's Boost Our Literacy Goals by Enjoying New Book Series!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pate","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7557936"},{"teacherId":7557936,"projectId":9425890,"letterContent":"Once again I'd like to thank each and every one of our donors who contributed to our project BOOK BONANZA FOR EL DORADO MIDDLE SCHOOL!! \r\nSince receiving our new books, we've seen a higher check out rate, especially with our 6th grade students! Our 50 Leadership students gave special library tours to our newest students, our 6th graders!\r\nTomorrow, we celebrate International Literacy Day, and we are excited to share our new books with our 800+ students! These new titles include new series, Keeper of the Lost Cities, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and Maximum Ride by James Patterson! \r\nWe've designed new library shelves featuring our students' favorite books and they've become very popular! Our students are enjoying reading again thanks to your generosity!\r\nWith our Donor's Choose project, we're setting up our middle schoolers to improve their reading levels, enjoy reading with their friends, and be prepared for the 21st century by reaching their literacy goals! Thanks again for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1750705110159,"projectUrl":"project/book-bonanza-for-our-middle-school-buil/9425890/","projectTitle":"Book Bonanza for Our Middle School! 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It's amazing to see how something as simple as a soft plushy or a quiet fidget can provide comfort and improve their ability to learn.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your kindness goes beyond just the toys themselves—these items have helped foster a sense of joy and security in our classroom. Students who were once easily distracted now have a way to channel their energy in a productive manner, and those who need a little extra reassurance throughout the day find comfort in their plushy companions. Your generosity has truly made a difference in their lives, and I can't thank you enough for investing in their well-being and success. On behalf of my students and myself, thank you for your kindness and support","fullyFundedDate":1737062464981,"projectUrl":"project/feeling-fidgety/8834784/","projectTitle":"Feeling Fidgety","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez-Pelkey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp477146_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510165291379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-pelkey"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4129","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":811,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":68,"percentAsian":9,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":60,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"19.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":83.8,"schoolId":4129,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about El Dorado Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"El Dorado Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/mount-diablo-unified-school-district/el-dorado-middle-school/4129"}