{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"John Adams Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":46.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5650021,"projectId":9562521,"letterContent":"When we first got the treats and prizes, students were excited. Students kept asking what they had to do to earn them. During our grammar review game, even the quiet students started joining in to answer questions and cheer for their teams. It was great to see everyone having fun while still learning. The prizes made the whole classroom feel more alive and positive.\r\n\r\nNow, every time we play Jeopardy or Kahoot!, students are all in. They want to work hard, help their teammates, and earn something together. The prizes make learning feel like a game instead of just another assignment. Some students who used to give up easily now stay focused because they want to earn a reward and feel proud of themselves.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donations, our classroom feels more fun and motivating. The rewards keep everyone excited to learn and do their best. You helped make learning something we all look forward to every day. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1756180066138,"projectUrl":"project/motivating-students-through-fun-and-rewa/9562521/","projectTitle":"Motivating Students Through Fun and Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Miranda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5650021_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533835148297","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjmiranda"},{"teacherId":4449573,"projectId":9632126,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom library is now filled with brand-new books that spark excitement, imagination, and deep thinking in our middle school readers! From heart-pounding mysteries like Greystone Secrets and The Bletchley Riddle, to graphic novel favorites like the Five Nights at Freddy's series, students are eager to jump into stories that keep them turning pages. These books are giving our readers the chance to see themselves represented while also stepping into new perspectives and experiences.\r\n\r\nAlready, students have been racing to be first in line for the FNaF graphic novels — even some who rarely choose to read independently. Others are gravitating toward empowering and uplifting titles like 13 Things Strong Kids Do and How to Become a Planet, which offer meaningful conversations about identity, resilience, and belonging. With each new book in their hands, students are discovering the power of reading to challenge, inspire, and connect us.\r\n\r\nThese books will support class book clubs, choice reading, and literary discussions throughout the year. Because of you, students who once struggled to find joy in reading now feel like there is truly something for them on our shelves. Thank you for helping us build a library that welcomes every reader and honors every story.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support and the lasting impact you're making in our school community. 📚✨","fullyFundedDate":1758546545409,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-reads-for-growing-minds/9632126/","projectTitle":"Fresh Reads for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Buccioni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4449573_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689023866192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/buccioni"},{"teacherId":2003803,"projectId":9619086,"letterContent":"The day our books came, my students rushed with excitement to the enormous pile of novels spread out on the rug. Our new books are so very special, and it has been a joy to watch students explore their library: browsing through realistic fiction that reflects their experiences, transporting themselves to new worlds with fantasy novels, and traveling back in time with historical fiction texts.\r\n\r\nWithin days, these books became student favorites. They are so excited for their \"book shopping\" days, when they can take time during independent reading to check out new books to read. As the semester progresses, students recommend new titles to their classmates on our recommendation wall. Thanks to these high-interest books, we are strengthening our reading community.\r\n\r\nPerhaps the best part of this donation is the deep thinking work students do around their chosen books. Students share their understandings in conversations with their literacy partners, through detailed notebook entries, and in complex tasks like our alternative book cover project, where students tackle higher-level reading skills such as inferring and analyzing theme. Because students can authentically access characters in these books, they have a clear path towards comprehension. That is a beautiful thing!\r\n\r\nThrough your generous donations, students are broadening their reading lives each day. It is thanks to you that these students are given access to the resources they deserve. We are so thankful to have your support.","fullyFundedDate":1759323120688,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-library-refresh/9619086/","projectTitle":"Classroom Library Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2003803_orig.jpg?crop=504,504,x907,y493&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657838318627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hanna-duff"},{"teacherId":4449573,"projectId":8827006,"letterContent":"Thank you sincerely for your generous support in adding Spanish-language books to our classroom library! Your contribution has made a meaningful impact by enriching our resources and supporting our students' continued biliteracy development. \r\n\r\nWhen students build a strong foundation in their first language, they develop important skills like vocabulary, grammar, and communication strategies that transfer to learning new languages. This process, called cross-linguistic transfer, helps them understand language structures more deeply and boosts their confidence in using language effectively. Maintaining and growing their home language also reinforces cognitive abilities such as problem-solving and memory, which further supports learning in all languages. In short, nurturing their home language creates a solid base for successful language acquisition and academic achievement.\r\n\r\nThese books provide valuable opportunities for students to strengthen their language skills, connect with their culture, and foster a lifelong love of reading in both English and Spanish. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and commitment to our students' educational growth and success. Your support truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1738091203095,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-bilingual-brains/8827006/","projectTitle":"Books for Bilingual Brains","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Buccioni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4449573_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689023866192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/buccioni"},{"teacherId":9122983,"projectId":9224703,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us bring a full set of mythology books into our classroom! Because of your generosity, every student now has their own copy to read, discuss, and explore together. These texts helped students practice important skills such as identifying themes across myths, comparing characters from different cultures, and analyzing how ancient stories connect to modern life. With everyone reading together, our classroom discussions have become much richer, and students are building confidence in their ability to share insights, ask questions, and back up their ideas with evidence from the text.\r\nYour support has made a real difference in our classroom, and my students are excited to keep reading and learning together.","fullyFundedDate":1746698780781,"projectUrl":"project/mythology-book-clubs-learning-with-the/9224703/","projectTitle":"Mythology Book Clubs: Learning with the Olympians","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9122983_orig.png?crop=1054,1054,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714509944850","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/moniquerobinson"},{"teacherId":4449573,"projectId":8909591,"letterContent":"I'm thrilled that we have received a generous donation of the remaining books in the Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life series! This addition has significantly enhanced our classroom library in several meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nFirst, having the complete series available allows students to fully engage with the storyline and characters, fostering deeper reading comprehension and sustained interest. The series' relatable themes encourage reluctant readers to dive in, boosting their confidence and enthusiasm for reading.\r\n\r\nMoreover, this donation supports diverse learning styles by providing accessible, age-appropriate content that ties into social-emotional learning. It also offers opportunities for classroom discussions around middle school challenges, promoting empathy and self-awareness among students.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our classroom library and helping cultivate a love of reading among our students!","fullyFundedDate":1734374679539,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-the-worst-years-of-my-lif/8909591/","projectTitle":"Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Buccioni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4449573_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689023866192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/buccioni"},{"teacherId":4449573,"projectId":8753571,"letterContent":"The books in this project really span a range of genres, themes, and reading levels available to students, supporting my students' diverse interests and learning goals. These books helped freshen up our classroom library just in time for our second semester Independent Reading projects! Kids had more new and exciting books to choose from, which is so crucial for surviving second semester! The Project Lit book selections always represent diverse voices and experiences and have a great track record with my students--they are always so relatable and kids love them!\r\n\r\nTogether, these books improved our classroom library by expanding the variety of genres available--from graphic novels and fantasy to nonfiction and contemporary fiction. This collection makes our classroom library a richer, more inclusive reading environment that motivates students to explore, connect, and grow as readers.\r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1734374679629,"projectUrl":"project/making-our-classroom-library-a-bit-more/8753571/","projectTitle":"Making Our Classroom Library a Bit More Lit!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Buccioni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4449573_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689023866192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/buccioni"},{"teacherId":2003803,"projectId":9274498,"letterContent":"There is nothing more exciting than the first day of school, especially for new middle schoolers. That day is made even more special when students have access to brand new supplies: notebooks labeled with their own names, brand new markers, fresh packages of paper. Your donations will make the first day of school simply magical.\r\n\r\nBeing provided with essential materials allows students to take ownership of their space immediately. It is no longer \"Ms. Duff's classroom\"--it is theirs. This means that they take pride in caring for these shared supplies. \"Notebook Managers\" distribute composition books each day and neatly return them to their bins. Lined paper and index cards are in clean stacks in the supply drawers. Some students even simple cleaning tasks to keep our classroom fresh!\r\n\r\nHaving these supplies at the beginning of the school year allows me to lift stress from families and provide immediate access to critical materials for students who may not otherwise have them. Meeting my students' needs is ongoing work, but because of your generous donations, dozens of children will feel cared for from the very first day of school. We are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1746806348388,"projectUrl":"project/starting-6th-grade-strong/9274498/","projectTitle":"Starting 6th Grade Strong!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2003803_orig.jpg?crop=504,504,x907,y493&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657838318627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hanna-duff"},{"teacherId":5650021,"projectId":9093808,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing new energy to our classroom library. Because of your kindness, my students are getting lost in books that speak to them, challenge them, and help them see the world in new ways. Titles like \"Good Different\" and \"Amari and the Great Game\" have opened the door to real, honest conversations about identity, resilience, and figuring out who you are...all topics that hit home for middle schoolers. And the best part? While they're hooked on the stories, we're also diving into big reading skills like theme, character growth, and the author's choices.\r\n\r\nReading time in our classroom is calm and relaxing (as it should be). You'll see kids engaged in the reading with Post-It notes in hand for note-taking. Others are in little book groups, arguing over plot twists and character decisions. The new books have sparked the kind of deep, thoughtful conversations that stick, things like, \"Would I be that brave?\" or \"Why do people treat others like that?\" It's amazing to watch them not only grow as readers but as people.\r\n\r\nSome of our quieter or more reluctant readers have surprised us. One student who used to avoid reading now won't put down \"Nic Blake and the Remarkables\", and he's hyping it up to his classmates like it's a must-read. Another has reread \"Aniana del Mar Jumps In\" twice because, in her words, \"It feels like someone wrote a book about me.\" These moments are everything. Your donation didn't just add books to a shelf, it helped create a space where kids feel seen, motivated, and excited to read. We're so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1740331605143,"projectUrl":"project/diverse-and-engaging-books-for-our-class/9093808/","projectTitle":"Diverse and Engaging Books for Our Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Miranda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5650021_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533835148297","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjmiranda"},{"teacherId":9122983,"projectId":9116163,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom is now stocked with much-needed supplies—tissues, books, art materials, and all the little odds and ends that help things run smoothly each day. The students were so excited when everything arrived and couldn't believe all the new items were for them! We've been using the books to support independent reading and the art materials for creative activities that keep students engaged and motivated. As we head into the final stretch of the school year, we're using these resources to stay organized, inspired, and focused. As we head into the final stretch of the school year, these resources are helping us stay focused, energized, and organized. We're using them to wrap up key lessons, complete end-of-year projects, and celebrate how far we've come. Your support has made it possible for every student to finish the year strong, confident, and proud of their growth.","fullyFundedDate":1746459666518,"projectUrl":"project/stocking-up-for-success-essential-suppl/9116163/","projectTitle":"Stocking Up for Success: Essential Supplies for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9122983_orig.png?crop=1054,1054,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714509944850","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/moniquerobinson"},{"teacherId":6688732,"projectId":9013716,"letterContent":"This project empowered my students to bring history to life through creativity and collaboration. By designing board games about the Silk Road and ancient China, they deepened their understanding of historical concepts while developing essential skills like critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving. With your support, students transformed their knowledge into interactive learning tools that reflected both their imagination and academic growth. This hands-on experience not only made history more engaging, but also gave them a lasting sense of pride in what they created.","fullyFundedDate":1735254287452,"projectUrl":"project/life-is-but-a-game-exploring-the-silk-r/9013716/","projectTitle":"Life Is but a Game: Exploring the Silk Road","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gabor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6688732_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714611171077","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-gabor"},{"teacherId":2003803,"projectId":9079411,"letterContent":"Sixty-six children beamed with joy the day we unwrapped the blank boards to begin construction. After several weeks of research, brainstorming, and procedural writing, the 6th graders were thrilled to receive blank canvases to begin creating board games inspired by the adventures and misfortunes of Silk Road traders. \r\n\r\nYour thoughtful donations allowed each student to begin this project with essential materials. Because of your support and generosity, we were able to provide an equitable experience for each Humanities student so they could make their ideas come to life. \r\n\r\nCurrently, we are in the midst of constructing our board games. These games not only provide entertainment and reinforce social studies concepts. They also promote teamwork and social interaction — all key elements in adolescent development. Group experiences like this extend far beyond the projects themselves. They are also an opportunity for explicit instruction around disagreeing appropriately, using the language of compromise, and solving problems creatively.\r\n\r\nIt is with the support of donors like you that we can continue to enhance the Humanities curriculum and ensure that every learner has the resources they need for success. 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