{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Herbert Slater Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":17.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5952780,"projectId":8762492,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, our students now have the tools they need to stay engaged and organized with their learning. The highlighters and color pens you helped provide have become simple but powerful resources in our classroom, giving students a way to make sense of complex information and take ownership of their work.\r\n\r\nThese tools have transformed the way students interact with their notes and assignments. With highlighters and color pens, they are able to emphasize key ideas, track steps in their problem-solving, and add structure to their writing. This not only supports stronger comprehension but also makes learning more active, creative, and personal.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, these supplies have helped students build confidence and pride in their work. Having access to high-quality materials shows them that their education is valued and that they are supported by a community that believes in their success.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for this support. What might seem like small classroom items have made a big difference in helping students focus, stay organized, and engage more fully with their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1726953785175,"projectUrl":"project/color-coding-collaborative-learning/8762492/","projectTitle":"Color Coding Collaborative Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5952780_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657854798566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mscovey30"},{"teacherId":5952780,"projectId":9128535,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, our transition from Slater to Montgomery Junior was made smoother and more manageable. The storage containers you helped fund gave us the ability to pack, transport, and organize our materials during the move with far less stress and confusion.\r\n\r\nMoving into a brand-new school can feel overwhelming, but having sturdy and reliable storage made it possible to keep supplies safe, organized, and ready for students right away. Instead of starting the year surrounded by boxes and clutter, we were able to create a classroom environment that felt settled, efficient, and welcoming from day one.\r\n\r\nThis project was about more than just containers—it was about ensuring continuity for our students during a major change. Your support helped us preserve stability, protect important classroom resources, and give students a sense of normalcy in their new home at Montgomery Junior.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your support and for showing our students that the community is behind them through every step of this transition.","fullyFundedDate":1741369471665,"projectUrl":"project/packing-up-the-past-preparing-for-the-f/9128535/","projectTitle":"Packing Up the Past, Preparing for the Future","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5952780_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657854798566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mscovey30"},{"teacherId":5952780,"projectId":9284183,"letterContent":"Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, our new classroom is beginning to feel like home. With the addition of a couch, soft lighting, and plant holders, students now enter a space that feels warm, comfortable, and inviting. These touches have transformed our classroom from simply a place to learn into a place where students feel safe, relaxed, and eager to engage.\r\n\r\nStarting at a new school has been a big transition for our students, and creating a classroom environment that feels familiar and comfortable has made all the difference. The space now encourages community, reflection, and focus, and students see it as a room that belongs to them as much as it belongs to me.\r\n\r\nThis project has gone beyond physical comfort—it has helped us rebuild a sense of belonging and stability after a major change. Our donors have given us more than furniture and décor; they've given us the foundation for a positive classroom culture.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for this support and for the belief in our students' success. Thank you for helping us create not just a classroom, but a home for learning at Montgomery Junior.","fullyFundedDate":1746786126795,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success-building-our-new-c/9284183/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success: Building Our New Classroom Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5952780_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657854798566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mscovey30"},{"teacherId":5952780,"projectId":8762590,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, our new classroom at Montgomery Junior is already transforming into a space where students can thrive. The storage containers and organizational supplies you helped fund are making a huge difference in keeping our materials accessible, tidy, and ready for learning.\r\n\r\nAt a brand-new school, starting fresh can feel overwhelming for students and teachers alike. Having the tools to create an organized and welcoming classroom environment has given our students a sense of stability and pride. They now know exactly where to find what they need, which cuts down on wasted time and frustration, and allows us to spend more of our energy on learning and creativity.\r\n\r\nYour support has also sent a powerful message to our students—that their education matters to people beyond the classroom walls. They see that their community believes in them and wants them to succeed. This project has not only provided physical organization, but also lifted spirits as we build our new identity together.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your investment in our students and in the future of Montgomery Junior.","fullyFundedDate":1726759734893,"projectUrl":"project/organized-prepared-successful/8762590/","projectTitle":"Organized, Prepared, Successful","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5952780_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657854798566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mscovey30"},{"teacherId":9216232,"projectId":9156016,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Coloring Our Way Through Science!\" project. Your generosity has brought joy, creativity, and deeper understanding to my classroom. The anatomy coloring books and life-sized human skeleton have completely transformed the way my students interact with complex science topics. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by difficult vocabulary or dense diagrams, they now engage in a calming, hands-on way to explore the human body. Coloring has become a welcome and meaningful part of our routine—allowing students to relax, focus, and retain information while having fun.\r\nThese materials have already sparked so much curiosity. Students love matching their coloring pages to our skeleton model, and some have even started coloring pages at home to review for quizzes. It's incredible to see them light up when they understand a system or concept because they've literally colored it into memory. Your support has helped me create a classroom that celebrates different learning styles and empowers all students to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1746785359723,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-our-way-through-science/9156016/","projectTitle":"Coloring Our Way Through Science!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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Students have been excited to try out the different equipment and are already reporting that it helps them concentrate during science lessons.\r\nHaving access to these materials has transformed our classroom into a more supportive, inclusive space. Many of my students have sensory processing needs or struggle with sitting still for long periods, but with these tools, they're able to participate more fully and comfortably. They feel seen and supported, and that sense of belonging boosts not just engagement, but confidence and classroom morale. You've made it possible for students to move, stretch, and learn all at the same time—and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1746785644227,"projectUrl":"project/chair-workouts-for-scientists/9275588/","projectTitle":"Chair Workouts for Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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Students no longer worry about dead batteries disrupting their research or assignments, and they can now remain engaged in their learning from start to finish. One student told me, \"It's so much easier to work when I don't have to worry about my Chromebook dying halfway through class!\" Your donations may seem like a simple solution, but they've created a big impact in reducing stress, boosting productivity, and allowing our digital learning environment to function smoothly. Thank you for powering up our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1746785295574,"projectUrl":"project/powering-up-productivity-extension-cord/9318944/","projectTitle":"Powering Up Productivity: Extension Cords and Chargers for Engaged Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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Watching their faces light up as their artwork turns into tangible, permanent parts of the classroom has been a joy beyond words.\r\nThis project has truly made our classroom feel like it belongs to the students. They've taken ownership of the space, proudly showcasing their designs and eagerly thinking up new ways to use the Cricut for projects and classroom improvements. Their problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity have soared. We're also in the early stages of developing a full makerspace with the district, and this project has laid an essential foundation. Thank you for believing in our kids and their power to create. You've helped bring their ideas—and their confidence—to life.","fullyFundedDate":1746785964690,"projectUrl":"project/student-designs-realized-a-cricut-mak/9175655/","projectTitle":"Student Designs, Realized: A Cricut MakerSpace Revolution","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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Students no longer struggle to copy unclear examples from the board—they follow along visually with clarity and confidence, improving both their understanding and participation.\r\n\r\nThe monitors and USB adapter have expanded access across the entire room, allowing students at every seat to feel included in instruction. One student who normally hesitated to ask questions now regularly volunteers to help explain diagrams, thanks to the improved visuals and visibility. Another student told me, \"It's so much easier to learn when I can actually see what you're doing!\" This technology has given my students more than just access—it has given them ownership of their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746786272409,"projectUrl":"project/students-need-to-be-able-to-see-the-pape/9064545/","projectTitle":"Students Need to Be Able to See the Paper","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Kangastone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9216232_orig.jpg?crop=840,840,x321,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692827952576","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kangastone"},{"teacherId":5952780,"projectId":8126252,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation that provided our classroom with a printer and paper. What might seem like a basic supply has had a truly powerful impact on how my students learn, create, and take ownership of their work.\r\n\r\nHaving immediate access to printing means we can bring our ideas to life in real time. Whether it's student-designed yearbook pages, math visuals, interview write-ups, or podcast scripts, being able to print instantly has transformed how we work. My students no longer have to wait or rely on unreliable shared campus printers—our space now supports our creative flow.\r\n\r\nThe paper you provided allows students to revise, annotate, and physically engage with their work, which is especially important for students who benefit from tangible materials or struggle with screen fatigue. For many of my students, seeing their name, their work, or their photo printed out makes learning feel more real and personal. It gives them something to hold in their hands and feel proud of.\r\n\r\nYour donation made our classroom more efficient, more student-centered, and more empowering. Thank you for helping us print our way toward success!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMegan Covey\r\nSlater Middle School – Santa Rosa City Schools","fullyFundedDate":1704388598754,"projectUrl":"project/printer-princess/8126252/","projectTitle":"Printer Princess","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5952780_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657854798566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mscovey30"},{"teacherId":5952780,"projectId":6526717,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to help bring soft, calming lighting into my classroom. The impact of your support has been immediate and meaningful.\r\n\r\nSince adding the lamps and twinkle lights, the entire atmosphere of the room has changed. Students walk in and visibly relax. One student told me, \"It feels safe in here,\" and another said, \"This is the only classroom where I can actually focus.\" These aren't just decorative touches—they're tools for emotional regulation, focus, and creating a classroom where students want to be.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, especially those managing anxiety, neurodivergence, or the stress of being middle schoolers on a high school campus, the difference in lighting makes the space more manageable. It lowers sensory overload, reduces behavioral disruptions, and increases engagement. I've seen students stay more present, collaborate more respectfully, and take more pride in their work—all under the soft glow you helped provide.\r\n\r\nYour support made more than a visual change; it made a lasting emotional and academic impact.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMegan Covey\r\nSlater Middle School (Santa Rosa City Schools)","fullyFundedDate":1660047603492,"projectUrl":"project/delighting-lighting/6526717/","projectTitle":"Delighting Lighting","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5952780_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657854798566","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mscovey30"},{"teacherId":5952780,"projectId":6494584,"letterContent":"Receiving a supply of pens and pencils may seem simple, but in my classroom, it made a powerful difference. These basic tools helped ensure that every student—regardless of their home situation—could come to class prepared and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBefore this project, we often lost valuable learning time to something as small as a missing pencil. Students would scramble to borrow, search backpacks, or hesitate to participate because they didn't have what they needed. Now, that barrier is gone.\r\n\r\nWith your support, students don't have to ask. The supplies are there, ready for them—no shame, no delay. It's a small shift with a huge impact: more focus, more confidence, and a smoother flow to each lesson.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, especially those who face economic challenges, having reliable access to materials is a form of respect. It tells them: You're welcome here. You belong here. 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