{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Alta Loma Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":11.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2644984,"projectId":9367191,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our students. The sunscreen will be perfect opportunity for our students to practice sun safety outside during PE. I hope they use it and continue to wear it to help preserve their skin.\r\nUnfortunately, the large sun shade we ordered was no longer available so we tried to order another brand, which then was also no longer available. We went with other items like spray chalk to use for our Turkey Trot lanes in November and some cup stackers for some competitions in PE and Leadership activities. \r\nYour money still went to good use for the other items even though it was not what it was intended for. Thank you for supporting our students!","fullyFundedDate":1757314754038,"projectUrl":"project/help-protect-our-students-in-the-ultra-v/9367191/","projectTitle":"Help Protect Our Students in the Ultra Violet Rays!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-odencrans"},{"teacherId":5045077,"projectId":9032103,"letterContent":"I wanted to write and express my sincere gratitude for your generous donation to our classroom. The comfy chairs, cushions, and bean bags you provided have transformed our reading corner into an amazing space where my students can relax and dive into great books. Now our cozy corner feels like the perfect place to get lost in a story.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made such a positive impact on daily reading time. The soft seating helps them stay focused and comfortable while we read, and it's really encouraging more of them to fully engage in independent reading. They especially love how they can move the seating options anywhere in the room; the cushions are perfect for sitting on the floor, and the chairs give them options for different ways to read.\r\n\r\nThis donation means so much to our class, and we are using these items every single day. Thanks to you, reading time has become something the students all look forward to. Your generosity has shown us that there are people in our community who care about our education and want to help us succeed. Thank you for making our classroom a more welcoming and comfortable place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1742991997600,"projectUrl":"project/relaxing-reading-retreats/9032103/","projectTitle":"Relaxing Reading Retreats","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wolf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5045077_orig.png?crop=288,288,x0,y10&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659550990540","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5045077"},{"teacherId":2496735,"projectId":9207338,"letterContent":"My classroom has been significantly improved due to your generosity. Thanks to folks like you, teachers can create the classrooms they want for their children without solely relying on their own funds.\r\n\r\nThe bookshelves have helped me expand my classroom library, and will in the future. The Chromebook chargers and headphones I received are used on a daily basis.\r\n\r\nI started with DonorsChoose about 10 years ago, and it has helped me so much, in three different classrooms, and you are a huge part of that. Please continue to give to teachers whenever you can. It makes the world a little better each time!","fullyFundedDate":1743123150188,"projectUrl":"project/much-needed-chromebook-chargers-headpho/9207338/","projectTitle":"Much Needed Chromebook Chargers, Headphones, and Bookshelves!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hahn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2496735_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742838070292","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrhahn6"},{"teacherId":8952688,"projectId":9062141,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my classroom has become a space where learning is both joyful and deeply meaningful. The resources you helped provide—especially the board games, puzzles, and \"Where's Waldo\" books—make a real difference for my middle school English learners.\r\n\r\nThe new materials are more than just filling our shelves—they're actively shaping how students think and communicate. Board games and puzzles build essential skills like critical thinking, vocabulary development, and problem-solving. As students collaborate to play, they're practicing real-world language skills—listening carefully to others, explaining their thinking, and using academic and social vocabulary in context. The \"Where's Waldo\" books, in particular, have been fantastic for strengthening observation, patience, and attention to detail—skills that are just as important in the classroom as they are in life.\r\n\r\nOne newcomer student who initially struggled to participate now leads game sessions, confidently explaining rules and encouraging peers. Another student, previously shy about speaking English, now regularly initiates conversation during group activities, building confidence through play. It's incredible to see how these resources have helped them grow not only in language but in leadership and teamwork.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, my students feel safe to take risks, explore language in fun ways, and push themselves toward fluency and confidence. You've turned our classroom into a place where learning truly feels like an adventure. Thank you for helping these incredible kids find joy in learning.","fullyFundedDate":1742952071439,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-learning-to-life-with-games-p/9062141/","projectTitle":"Bringing Learning to Life with Games & Puzzles!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Borissoff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8952688_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698957027834","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msborissoff"},{"teacherId":2644984,"projectId":9280438,"letterContent":"Thank you for the donation of materials for our students. The dunk tank is my favorite and I can't wait for the weather to warm up and use it next school year. The Teachers Pay Teachers card is awesome, we always find something great the Leadership students can use for school wide activities. The kids want to use it already and are coming up with ideas how we can get teachers involved. \r\nThe chalk spray will be perfect when we have our Turkey Trot next year. We will draw the lines on the grounds for visuals so students know where to go when the start and finish. \r\nThank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1746787167606,"projectUrl":"project/everyone-loves-decorations-and-rallies/9280438/","projectTitle":"Everyone Loves Decorations and Rallies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-odencrans"},{"teacherId":2644984,"projectId":9162909,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation towards our Pickleball Nets! They came just in time for a few more weeks of class so the kids are excited to have the opportunity to have more games! \r\nIt used to take us a long time to get the old nets untangled, put up poles, find the bungees and clips to set up the nets and then have to take them down for lunch and then do it all over again after lunch for class. This makes is so much easier as we can just pick them up and move them over. \r\nKids are always excited for Pickleball, some have even started to use the net with a soccer ball and have been playing volley-soccer! They are so creative!","fullyFundedDate":1746660017524,"projectUrl":"project/its-time-for-pickleball-yall/9162909/","projectTitle":"It's Time for Pickleball, Ya'll!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-odencrans"},{"teacherId":9829569,"projectId":8927140,"letterContent":"\"When did you get these bean bags?!\" \r\n\r\n\" This weighted cat pillow is the cutest thing ever, I love her so much!\"\r\n\r\n \"I don't know why, but I am obsessed with this fidget.\"\r\n\r\nThese are a few of the comments students have made upon entering my newly updated office space. Students continue to tell me how comfortable the bean bags are and though this might seem like a little thing, imagine this:\r\n\r\n You have come to my office on what is so far one of the worst days of your life. You don't usually like to talk about your feelings, but you can't stop crying and everyone bugged you to go to Counseling. You walk in and are surprised by how cozy and comforting the space is. You hate eye contact with adults but you pick up the lap fidget and focus on moving the shapes through the liquid. You take your first deep breath in days. \r\n\r\nBefore I even have one interaction with my students, they are already interacting with my space. Thanks to your donations, that space is now providing its own warmth, comfort, and a welcome invitation to my students. And it will continue to welcome them in each and every time they stop by, for so many more years to come. Thank you for making these upgrades possible!","fullyFundedDate":1738170850252,"projectUrl":"project/safe-comforting-and-supportive-counseli/8927140/","projectTitle":"Safe, Comforting and Supportive Counseling Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Levine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9829569"},{"teacherId":2644984,"projectId":8997785,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation! I'm so excited we were able to get our items funded. Students were so excited to play Chicken Soccer with our new chickens. We will be playing Capture the Chicken before the year is over - always a class favorite! \r\nWe were able to get our cabinets organized with the bins and paper in our closets, we are constantly working on staying organized. \r\nThe hand trophies were a hit with our staff vs. student volleyball game. We got them just in time to 'hand' out to the players. I have given away my old trophies from the 1900's as the kids say, so these came in at the perfect time!","fullyFundedDate":1742024293670,"projectUrl":"project/pe-and-leadership-supplies-for-all/8997785/","projectTitle":"PE and Leadership - Supplies for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-odencrans"},{"teacherId":6323416,"projectId":9051968,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my SEL and Yoga class! Your donation truly means the world in supporting the mental and physical well-being of middle school students.\r\n\r\nStudents recently signed up for next year's electives, and as a result of your support, our SEL and Yoga class was an option! I've heard positive feedback from many students about the idea of this elective, and according to the counselors, it is quite popular! I would not have the option to offer this elective without your support! I was able to purchase enough yoga mats and blocks for ALL students in this elective, so the class will still be completely free to interested 7th and 8th graders.\r\n\r\nLastly, I have already started offering a free yoga class after school to students for the reminder of the year with great success using our supplies! Most of my students had never tried yoga before, and many remarked how much better they felt after moving their bodies in connection with their mind and breath.","fullyFundedDate":1740164920975,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-colvigs-sel-and-yoga-class/9051968/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Colvig's SEL and Yoga Class!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Colvig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6323416_orig.jpg?crop=1111,1111,x0,y118&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1552349597455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-colvig"},{"teacherId":2496735,"projectId":8841097,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous contributions to our classroom project. The new books we received have introduced our students to a variety of skills and lessons, from critical thinking to empathy and understanding different perspectives. Your support not only enhances their reading experience but also helps them develop a love for literature that will last a lifetime.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is a vibrant and interactive experience. Students engage with the texts through discussions, group activities, and creative projects that bring the stories to life. The new materials have sparked a renewed enthusiasm for reading among the students, and I have noticed a significant increase in their participation and enjoyment.\r\n\r\nI am particularly thrilled to share that some students, who previously struggled with reading, are now thriving with these new books. They are sharing their thoughts and insights during our reading sessions, and their excitement is truly contagious. Thanks to your support, we are fostering a community of young readers who are eager to explore and learn.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your invaluable support.","fullyFundedDate":1727728023098,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-add-to-my-new-classroom-library/8841097/","projectTitle":"Help me add to my new Classroom Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hahn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2496735_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742838070292","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrhahn6"},{"teacherId":8952688,"projectId":9007119,"letterContent":"The quality speaker in our classroom has been a game-changer in supporting English learners in developing their vocabulary and phonics recognition skills. With clear, high-quality audio, students can hear the correct pronunciation of words and sounds, helping them build their phonemic awareness and improve their spoken English. Interactive activities that use the speakers, such as phonics games and listening exercises, make learning engaging and accessible, giving students the confidence to practice and apply their new skills.\r\n\r\nThese speakers have also made vocabulary development more dynamic and effective. Listening to stories, songs, and other rich audio content exposes students to new words in context, helping them understand meanings and usage. For many English learners, hearing language presented clearly and repeatedly is crucial for retention, and the speakers ensure that every student benefits equally regardless of where they sit in the classroom. This technology empowers students to develop their language skills more quickly, setting them up for success in all areas of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1734678487794,"projectUrl":"project/improving-language-learning-with-a-class/9007119/","projectTitle":"Improving Language Learning with a Classroom Speaker","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Borissoff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8952688_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698957027834","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msborissoff"},{"teacherId":5045077,"projectId":8735986,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for your incredibly generous donation to our classroom through Donors Choose. Thanks to your support, we now have an exciting new collection of books that will inspire a love of reading in my students for years to come. I have a large group of students who regularly grab Heartstopper and other graphic novels off the shelf and curl up in our cozy corner for Silent Reading every week. I even have students who ask me earlier in the day if we're having Silent Reading, because they are so excited to continue their book!\r\n\r\nThe books you've provided will not only enhance their literacy skills but also open their minds to new worlds, ideas, and possibilities. They often come to me with questions about concepts they encounter in their books, and they are engaged with the discussion that follows. It's because of thoughtful and caring individuals like you that we are able to create a more enriching learning environment for our students.\r\n\r\nYour kindness truly makes a difference, and we are so grateful for your commitment to helping us grow.","fullyFundedDate":1728009589921,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-eager-readers/8735986/","projectTitle":"Books For Eager Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wolf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5045077_orig.png?crop=288,288,x0,y10&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659550990540","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5045077"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4651","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":649,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":36,"percentAsian":36,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":46,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"19.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":88.8,"schoolId":4651,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Alta Loma Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Alta Loma Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/south-san-francisco-unified-school-district/alta-loma-middle-school/4651"}