{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"James Lick Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":15.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3591313,"projectId":9868950,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support. Because of you, our classroom is now equipped with a brand-new speaker system — and what a difference it has already made!\r\n\r\nThe sound quality is crystal clear, and the variety of features has transformed the way we're able to present lessons and activities. During a recent student-led conferences, Ms. Folco stopped in and genuinely thought a student was performing live. She was shocked to learn it was actually a video being played through the new speaker — that's how rich and lifelike the audio is!\r\n\r\nThis technology has already enhanced engagement, supported students in leading presentations with confidence, and created a more dynamic and immersive learning environment. Moments like these remind me how deeply your kindness impacts our students every single day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and helping us bring learning to life.","fullyFundedDate":1763657147664,"projectUrl":"project/speaker-of-the-class/9868950/","projectTitle":"Speaker of the Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brodie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3591313_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534008463062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherbrodie"},{"teacherId":3591313,"projectId":9863217,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us bring Sunshine by Jarrett J. Krosoczka into our classroom. The moment I began unpacking the box, students were literally reaching for the book—proof of just how powerful stories like this are for young readers. Their excitement was immediate, genuine, and contagious.\r\n\r\nBooks that illuminate real experiences, challenge perspectives, and cultivate empathy are essential in today's world. Sunshine offers exactly that. It invites students to step into someone else's shoes, to sit with emotions that may be unfamiliar, and to grow into more compassionate people because of it.\r\n\r\nWhen I was a kid, I read books like Old Yeller and Sounder. Those stories stayed with me—not just because they were beautifully written, but because they shaped who I became as a person. They taught me about love, loss, loyalty, and resilience. I truly believe those early reading experiences helped me grow into not only a better human being, but also the teacher I am today.\r\n\r\nYour donation ensures that my students have access to literature that can do the same for them. Thank you for investing in their hearts as much as their minds. Your generosity makes a real, lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1761781979853,"projectUrl":"project/hey-kiddo-camp/9863217/","projectTitle":"Hey, Kiddo Camp","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brodie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3591313_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534008463062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherbrodie"},{"teacherId":5285773,"projectId":9506530,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping us create a learning environment where students can stay focused, especially when warmer months come. Knowing that air conditioning is on the way has already given our class a sense of relief and something positive to look forward to this spring. Your support will allow students to engage more fully, participate comfortably, and learn without the constant distraction of excessive heat, making each day more productive and welcoming. We're truly grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1763968726994,"projectUrl":"project/air-conditioning-for-the-classroom/9506530/","projectTitle":"Air Conditioning for the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Folco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5285773_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597284135903","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mfolco"},{"teacherId":3591313,"projectId":9765832,"letterContent":"When most people think about middle school motivation, they probably picture big rewards or complicated behavior systems. But in my 7th grade English Language Arts classroom, motivation sometimes comes in the form of something small, shiny, and powerful — a sticker. The stickers and decals funded by this DonorsChoose project have become an essential part of how I encourage my students to write, speak, and express themselves.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the package arrived, I could tell these little incentives were going to make a big difference. Students gathered around as I unpacked them, excitedly calling out their favorites — from cats reading books to inspiring quotes and funny memes. I explained that these weren't just stickers; they were earned for effort, growth, and courage — for moments when students push themselves a little harder, write a little longer, or speak up when they'd usually stay quiet.\r\n\r\nIn a classroom of diverse learners, many of whom struggle with confidence or language skills, the simple act of earning a sticker has transformed participation. One of my most reserved students, who almost never raised his hand before, now volunteers to share his writing aloud — not because he suddenly loves public speaking, but because he's determined to earn that next sticker for his journal. Another student who used to rush through assignments now takes her time, asking thoughtful questions and adding more detail to her writing because, as she put it, \"I want to earn something that shows my effort.\"\r\n\r\nThe stickers have also turned into a language of encouragement between students. I've watched classmates trade and gift stickers to each other as recognition of hard work — a quiet, positive culture of support that developed naturally. It's a reminder that learning isn't just about grades or deadlines; it's about community, kindness, and finding joy in progress.\r\n\r\nIncentives like these are especially powerful for middle schoolers, who are at an age where they're figuring out who they are and what motivates them. A sticker may seem simple, but to my students, it represents pride, belonging, and achievement. For many, it's the first tangible recognition of their effort and creativity.\r\n\r\nEvery time a student earns one, there's a visible spark of pride. They decorate their notebooks, water bottles, and even laptops with them — turning these items into visual reminders of how much they've accomplished. The ripple effect is incredible: more engagement, more participation, and more writing than I've ever seen before.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just fund supplies — it fueled enthusiasm and confidence. You helped me turn something as routine as writing practice into something exciting and joyful. Every sticker tells a story, and each one represents a student who chose to try just a little harder. Thank you for making that possible.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my classroom is now a place where effort shines — sometimes literally — one sticker at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1759778482537,"projectUrl":"project/sticky-wicky/9765832/","projectTitle":"Sticky Wicky","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brodie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3591313_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534008463062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherbrodie"},{"teacherId":3591313,"projectId":9527156,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Gratitude Journal project! Because of your generosity, my students now have the tools to pause, reflect, and recognize the positive moments in their daily lives. Your kindness is helping them build resilience, strengthen their writing skills, and cultivate a habit of appreciation that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe impact is already showing—students are excited to share entries, discuss what they're thankful for, and connect with each other in meaningful ways. This project has not only enriched our learning environment but has also created a stronger sense of community. We are truly grateful for your contribution and for believing in the power of gratitude to change lives. If you have a second check out the before/after photos posted. These journals get quite the workout.","fullyFundedDate":1755878193760,"projectUrl":"project/gratitude-journaling/9527156/","projectTitle":"Gratitude Journaling","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brodie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3591313_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534008463062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherbrodie"},{"teacherId":9242654,"projectId":9307162,"letterContent":"I'm so truly grateful for your generous donations! Starting this new year strong with new books, materials, and the AV cart in particular, has helped my classroom feel welcoming and structured. Former students have commented with admiration on the new AV cart and the clean look of my classroom, and the new 6th graders have been greeted with structure and support.\r\n\r\nBy solidifying my classroom management and routines in the first couple weeks of school, students will be eager and ready to get started on our first book, \"Invisible\" next week. Thanks to your support and generosity, I know it's going to be another fantastic year!","fullyFundedDate":1746787190549,"projectUrl":"project/third-years-the-charm-creating-a-more/9307162/","projectTitle":"Third Year's the Charm - Creating a More Effective Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McLoughlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9242654_orig.jpg?crop=1291,1291,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694820647131","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9242654"},{"teacherId":3591313,"projectId":9249514,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our new classroom cabinet has transformed learning! With supplies, journals, and novels now neatly organized, students can focus more on reading and writing instead of searching for materials. The cabinet has created a very sleek design to our classroom, and students, so far, understand the importance of keeping the classroom neat and tidy. Beyond organization, it shows them that others believe in their success. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference with such a simple thing!","fullyFundedDate":1746743085308,"projectUrl":"project/ocabinet-my-cabinet/9249514/","projectTitle":"O'Cabinet! My Cabinet","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brodie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3591313_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534008463062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherbrodie"},{"teacherId":9242654,"projectId":9083318,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to my students and our field trip. This year's trip was a huge success! In addition to the hands-on learning and incredible travel experience, my students are very excited about food and snacks. Your contributions helped my students stay engaged with their learning as we traveled for long periods of time, and definitely made it easier for myself and the other teachers and chaperones.\r\n\r\nAlthough our field trip was only 2 days, I know my students will cherish the memories they made forever. Our field trip was an exciting and truly special experience for my 6th graders, and it couldn't have been possible without your generosity. \r\n\r\nI sincerely thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1738116617273,"projectUrl":"project/field-trip-snacks-for-striving-students/9083318/","projectTitle":"Field Trip Snacks for Striving Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McLoughlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9242654_orig.jpg?crop=1291,1291,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694820647131","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9242654"},{"teacherId":3591313,"projectId":9123936,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation for all these classroom \"odds and ends.\" Having these daily supplies in class enables me not to sweat the small stuff, and allows me to concentrate on the more important, pressing issues that arise in the classroom on a daily basis. It really comes down to the simple things, everyone has a book, a pencil, and a slight incentive. It's incredible what a 7th grader will do for a sticker. I've included in this thank you note photos of their \"do-now\" journals. Remember, each sticker represents a thought they've shared with the class, so around this time of year, their notebooks are plastered with decals. This shows that they participate and that maybe, just maybe they enjoyed this class more than they thought they did. I honestly can't thank you enough, but hey, at least I tried.","fullyFundedDate":1743010095390,"projectUrl":"project/things-fall-apart-odds-ends/9123936/","projectTitle":"Things Fall Apart - Odds & Ends","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brodie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3591313_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534008463062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherbrodie"},{"teacherId":5285773,"projectId":9039796,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! The laptop charger box has been such a game-changer, ensuring our devices stay powered during lessons. Recently, my students worked on an argumentative essay, and having charged laptops allowed them to stay focused and engaged. The snacks have also been a big hit, helping students stay energized throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWhen they first saw the materials, their excitement was undeniable! Your support continues to make a real difference, and we truly appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1740515092632,"projectUrl":"project/laptop-charger-and-snacks/9039796/","projectTitle":"Laptop Charger and Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Folco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5285773_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597284135903","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mfolco"},{"teacherId":8573118,"projectId":9064776,"letterContent":"Many thanks for supporting the Health Office Odds and Ends project. Through your generous donation students are able to access new books about body positivity, health conditions like food allergies and asthma, and a very popular book about vaping. \r\nThe health office space has been spruced up and students love the aquarium tube! It has a calming effect for students and staff. The supplies like gloves and bandaids are utilized daily too. \r\nThank you again for supporting this project! Our school community and school nurse appreciates your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1737334918259,"projectUrl":"project/health-office-odds-and-ends-and-essentia/9064776/","projectTitle":"Health Office Odds and Ends and Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. nurse Chrissy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8573118_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696391609276","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8573118"},{"teacherId":8573118,"projectId":8585248,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting the Embrace Puberty So Students Can Learn project at James Lick Middle School. Having access to menstrual hygiene products and underwear has improved class time and allowed students to focus on learning. Access to hygiene products like deodorant, hair ties, body wipes, and travel-sized Kleenex packages promote student independence to care for their growing bodies. \r\nThe Period Book is read daily by students by choice and referenced frequently to discuss cramps. \r\nThank you for your generous donations to support this project and our students.","fullyFundedDate":1733172805823,"projectUrl":"project/embrace-puberty-so-students-can-learn/8585248/","projectTitle":"Embrace Puberty So Students Can Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. nurse Chrissy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8573118_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696391609276","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8573118"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4477","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":476,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":70,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":84.4,"schoolId":4477,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about James Lick Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"James Lick Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/san-francisco-unified-school-district/james-lick-middle-school/4477"}