{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rolling Hills Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":25.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2002030,"projectId":9454490,"letterContent":"In a start to our year that was full of chaos, moving classrooms, and my suddenly having a different grade level, it was a kind thing you did to help ease some of the stress. I was able to set up a classroom that had supplies for kids to use, and that had bulletin boards with important word lists to help them learn vocabulary and reading skills in two subjects.\r\n\r\nHaving fidget tools at their seats and on their laptops has helped quite a few of my students find focus during lessons, and having more than one option to try was really valuable. No one had to worry about having a pencil or having a place to charge their Chromebook - and I can see that without those stresses, they can learn more and with much more confidence.\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you so very much for your generosity. It has meant a lot to me and also to my students.","fullyFundedDate":1752693198994,"projectUrl":"project/setting-up-a-new-sixth-grade-room/9454490/","projectTitle":"Setting Up a New Sixth Grade Room!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. R.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2002030_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452808069625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2002030"},{"teacherId":2351552,"projectId":9441778,"letterContent":"Never underestimate the power of a small kindness\r\n\r\nBuilding a positive classroom culture is my goal. Having students work as teams to research, design, and solve problems is how positive culture will be fostered. Cooperation is nice but collaboration is better. Recognizing students who truly work together is one of my major goals this year. You helped this success.\r\n\r\nFunny thing is, I believe that how we play is as important as how we learn. In fact, more and more research suggests that there is a connection between learning and playing. Research shows that there are four basic gamer / player types; socializer, disrupter, achiever, and explorer. It is the achiever player type that is motivated by recognition and reward. Better yet, these player types are fluid, meaning they are in each gamer / learner some types are stronger than others. Recognizing effort, giving a small reward, and letting a student know they are \"seen\" is such a vital moment in the day-to-day of a school year. \r\n\r\nMy goal is that students might see themselves in a different light. That for some, they might begin to see themselves as active learners. This is a simple wish, but one that could give students a lifetime of learning. These small gifts will impact student learning because they will be used to recognize successful work and some students to see themselves in a different light. Maybe that wanna-be tough student, who only just this week did their homework, will get a small recognition for their effort. Maybe that is all the wanna-be tough student needs to see themselves in a better light, a light that shines a way through the darkness that is middle school. What a wonderful way to experience school.","fullyFundedDate":1758064109106,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-motivate-math-science-students/9441778/","projectTitle":"Help Me Motivate Math & Science Students With Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Donegan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2351552_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449681482934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrdonegan"},{"teacherId":2002030,"projectId":9203111,"letterContent":"With a huge diversity of student learning styles, it's always a challenge for me as a teacher to make sure that lessons are presented in a variety of ways. A great example is how many of our students prefer to listen to texts read aloud on their own (in one or more languages) through our curriculum, and headphones allow that even if other students want a quieter environment. Others learn best while listening to music to focus, or even to work on music projects they are creating themselves during free time! So having an organized class set of headphones has helped me set up a more inclusive classroom. Being able to have them in numbered, hanging racks will also allow me to hold students accountable for taking care of our equipment.\r\n\r\nHaving a set of clipboards was also a huge hit! Activities like gallery walks or working outside became easier in pairs and small groups, as well as helping those kids who love having the chance to sit on the floor to work; that group work included creating mini history projects, for which the gold paint was extremely popular.\r\n\r\nMy students and I send our thanks for your generosity and kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1743713124245,"projectUrl":"project/multimedia-methods-for-learning/9203111/","projectTitle":"Multimedia Methods for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. R.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2002030_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452808069625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2002030"},{"teacherId":2002030,"projectId":9271562,"letterContent":"To end the school year with a student-created activity like our hands-on museum was incredibly valuable for our kids! For many of them, the Maya and Aztec history they were teaching to each other and their museum guests was part of their own ancestry, which made it all the more meaningful. It was wonderful to see the creativity in the exhibits and their enthusiasm for sharing the information they learned with their peers and the younger classes that came through. A local Aztec dance group performed at lunch as well, featuring one of our students, to connect our school to living culture and traditions.\r\n\r\nThere were the usual trial-and-error attempts at different parts of projects, involving the materials you helped us get, as well as careful design plans. Museum stations ranged from a diorama of an axolotl and a scale model of Maya musical instruments, to a guide to chocolate-making and a station where one could learn about cenotes (underground natural water sources) and drop pretend \"jade\" or \"gold\" for good luck. It meant a great deal to me and to my students that this event could happen. Thank you so very much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1746455448605,"projectUrl":"project/peer-teaching-with-a-student-made-museum/9271562/","projectTitle":"Peer Teaching with a Student-made Museum!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. R.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2002030_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452808069625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2002030"},{"teacherId":2351552,"projectId":9183936,"letterContent":"We're putting that wonderful new paper and those fantastic pencils to great use! The students are buzzing with creativity.\r\n\r\nOne project where the new supplies have made a real difference is just the day to day operation of our classroom . Before our pencil supply was a mismatched collection of sad and broken bits. Many student did have their own to write with. Now things have changed thanks to you. \r\n\r\nWhen I unveiled the stacks of fresh, crisp paper and the boxes of sharp, new pencils, the reaction was fantastic! There were audible gasps and excited chatter. One student, who is usually quite reserved, exclaimed, \"Wow, these are so smooth!\" Several students immediately started touching the paper and testing out the pencils with little doodles. It was clear that having quality materials sparked a sense of excitement and possibility for their creative work. It might seem like a small thing, but having good tools really elevates their engagement.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtful contribution. These seemingly simple supplies have truly empowered their creativity and made a tangible difference in this project.","fullyFundedDate":1746504105916,"projectUrl":"project/write-on/9183936/","projectTitle":"Write On!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Donegan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2351552_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449681482934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrdonegan"},{"teacherId":8898247,"projectId":9296934,"letterContent":"Students have been having fun learning about the cameras and practicing taking pictures every day. We have captured school sports games, hallway silliness, and even roamed the halls to get a glimpse inside the classrooms. It has been imperative that multiple students are able to use cameras at the same time and discuss technique and angles. Comparing shots after taking the photo has each student developing their niche for photography. The help has been invaluable and we have not had the opportunity to use real cameras.","fullyFundedDate":1746504105802,"projectUrl":"project/memory-for-days/9296934/","projectTitle":"Memory for Days","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Katana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8898247_orig.png?crop=647,647,x0,y53&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1671799701222","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katana"},{"teacherId":9653107,"projectId":8933845,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous donation of science fair supplies, our brilliant learners have been able to explore science in a fun and exciting way! The supplies donated were instrumental in helping our students bring their science fair projects to life. For example, they were able to explore hands-on experiments, test hypotheses, and present their findings creatively at our school science fair. My students were very eager to use washi tape, which was a huge success in making their science boards look great. The craft scissors made it possible to trim the headings of their boards and make them look unique. It took a lot of work for them to put it all together and make sure they did not miss anything, but the outcome was great, and they enjoyed it. \r\nThese opportunities not only deepened their understanding of scientific concepts but also sparked curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Thank you for your generosity—because of your support, our students are engaging in real-world scientific inquiry, building the foundational skills and confidence they need to become the next generation of scientists.\"","fullyFundedDate":1731467132966,"projectUrl":"project/science-fair-fun/8933845/","projectTitle":"Science Fair Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9653107_orig.png?crop=610,610,x1088,y109&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723528906153","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9653107"},{"teacherId":8898247,"projectId":8943077,"letterContent":"For students who are able to purchase or win a yearbook through various school-wide events we are holding a yearbook signing party. This will give students the opportunity to customize their yearbook with stickers and signatures of others who will be receiving their yearbook at that time. Thanks to you we have all the supplies needed. We are just waiting on the yearbooks to be printed. \r\n\r\n180 students will be able to express their personal style or humor with stickers and sharpies as one of the best ways to document who students are now.\r\nThe snacks will help make the event feel more like a party.","fullyFundedDate":1733183795534,"projectUrl":"project/yearbook-launch-party-favors/8943077/","projectTitle":"Yearbook Launch Party Favors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Katana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8898247_orig.png?crop=647,647,x0,y53&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1671799701222","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katana"},{"teacherId":8898247,"projectId":8934414,"letterContent":"For students who are able to purchase or win a yearbook through various school-wide events we are holding a yearbook signing party. This will give students the opportunity to customize their yearbook with stickers and signatures of others who will be receiving their yearbook at that time. Thanks to you we have all the supplies needed. We are just waiting on the yearbooks to be printed. \r\n\r\n180 students will be able to express their personal style or humor with stickers and sharpies as one of the best ways to document who students are now.\r\nThe instant photos will come in handy giving students a memory to tape into their yearbook of an event that wont be able to make it into the yearbook otherwise.","fullyFundedDate":1733183795625,"projectUrl":"project/yearbook-launch-party/8934414/","projectTitle":"Yearbook Launch Party","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Katana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8898247_orig.png?crop=647,647,x0,y53&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1671799701222","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katana"},{"teacherId":8512063,"projectId":7868254,"letterContent":"Impact of Technology on Student Learning\r\nThe integration of technology into our classroom has significantly transformed the learning experience for our students. With the introduction of interactive learning tools, students are not only engaging more with the curriculum but are also developing critical skills necessary for success in the digital age. For instance, our use of educational software allows students to explore concepts at their own pace, providing personalized pathways that cater to individual learning styles. This flexibility has been especially beneficial in subjects like math and science, where students can visualize complex ideas and practice problem-solving in an interactive environment. \r\nOne of the most exciting aspects of this new technology is the way it captures students' interest and enthusiasm. For many, the interactive features make learning feel like an adventure rather than a chore. Students have expressed excitement about using tablets and educational games that foster collaboration and creativity. Moreover, we have noticed that students who previously struggled to engage in traditional learning methods have begun to thrive. For example, a few of our shyest students have found their voice through group projects that utilize technology, allowing them to share ideas and collaborate with peers in ways they hadn't before.\r\nOverall, the positive impact of this technology extends beyond academic performance; it fosters a sense of community and encourages students to take ownership of their learning. We are incredibly grateful for the support of our donors, as it has enabled us to provide these valuable resources that are making a meaningful difference in our students' lives. Thank you for helping us empower the next generation of learners!","fullyFundedDate":1702961628134,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-independent-learning-task/7868254/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Independent Learning Tasks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8512063_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x281,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660160451886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8512063"},{"teacherId":2002030,"projectId":8960633,"letterContent":"Having a full set of yoga ball seating to add to our options has helped so many students this quarter! It's allowed kids who have to move or rock to focus in class and succeed in this classroom. Sometimes they end up in silly positions, or using the rings designed to hold the balls in place as cushions or a sort of compression tool to calm down, but it's been delightful to watch them figure out what works best for each student.\r\n\r\nAs always, the little fidget tools were a big hit, with enough to have a regular basket of \"if you need one\" on my desk. Your donation of origami paper also ended up not only being a useful fidget for some kids, but ended up helping a social studies group create a presentation about medieval trade routes. It will also become part of our unit on medieval Japan, and is offered any time someone needs to use it to focus. Some students used books of patterns, while others were inspired by the paper to look up tutorials online and share with classmates. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1733182813600,"projectUrl":"project/connecting-bodies-and-minds-to-flourish/8960633/","projectTitle":"Connecting Bodies and Minds to Flourish","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. R.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2002030_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452808069625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2002030"},{"teacherId":2576430,"projectId":8949143,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. My students were so excited to see the college pennants and help decorate our classroom. In our AVID class, students were able to choose a pennant and then research more about that university, learning both fun and important facts such as school mascots and potential future majors. In my English Language Arts classes, I often find students looking up at them. When I ask them which school they might want to go to, they point to one of the college pennants and talk to me about their future dreams. \r\n\r\nWith your help, our classroom feels so much more inspirational. The university pennants help many students see their dream college in class and remind them of all that they are capable of reaching.","fullyFundedDate":1733182813678,"projectUrl":"project/university-dreams-in-our-avid-classroom/8949143/","projectTitle":"University Dreams in our AVID Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Manley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2576430_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468703214298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/manley"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_40073","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":610,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":96,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"29.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":74.4,"schoolId":40073,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Rolling Hills Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Rolling Hills Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/pajaro-valley-unified-school-district/rolling-hills-middle-school/40073"}