{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Laredo Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":30.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9253235,"projectId":9648298,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity — your support brought over $1,000 worth of supplies into my science classroom, and my students are already feeling the impact.\r\n\r\nOne of the first activities we were able to launch because of your donation was a communication and team-building challenge using playdough and rubber ducks. Students had to choose a duck, pick the exact playdough colors, and then guide a partner — who couldn't see anything behind a folder — to recreate it using only verbal directions. It sounds simple, but watching 8th graders wrestle with giving clear instructions, listening carefully, laughing through mistakes, and celebrating those tiny \"aha\" moments was honestly the highlight of our quarter. They've called it the best activity they've done this year, and it helped them build trust with classmates they barely knew.\r\n\r\nThat one lesson alone reminded me why your donation matters so much. These aren't just supplies — they're tools that let my students connect, take risks, and see themselves as capable scientists and teammates in our advisory.\r\n\r\nI'm incredibly excited to roll out the STEM kits during our physics unit and use the moon-phase light and Earth/Sun/Moon model during astronomy. These materials will help students visualize abstract concepts, stay hands-on, and engage more deeply with the content. You've opened the door to richer learning opportunities all year long.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students, my classroom, and the kind of learning that builds both skills and confidence. We're so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1758199133487,"projectUrl":"project/from-curiosity-to-discovery-support-8th/9648298/","projectTitle":"From Curiosity to Discovery: Support 8th Grade Science!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Del Brocco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9253235_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y180&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756153067711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9253235"},{"teacherId":10170648,"projectId":9578479,"letterContent":"The Hygiene Station supports our students well-being by providing care items with dignity and respect because feeling good helps us do our best. For many of our middle school students, access to basic hygiene products is not always guaranteed. Having this station in our classroom has given them a safe, judgment-free place to get what they need to feel clean, confident, and cared for. It may seem like a small thing, but to our students, it means everything.\r\nThis generosity has made a real and visible difference. Their donation of hygiene items has allowed us to meet students personal needs in a way that protects their dignity and boosts their self-esteem. Students who once hesitated to participate in class discussions, group work, or even come to school regularly are now showing up more engaged and ready to learn. Confidence and comfort are powerful motivators, and when students know they have the tools to take care of themselves, their outlook on school and learning improves dramatically.\r\n\r\nBecause of these materials, I've also been able to teach lessons that go beyond academics. We've had open conversations about self-care, self-respect, and how maintaining hygiene supports mental and emotional health. These are essential life skills that help students build pride in themselves and empathy for others. The Hygiene Station has become more than a shelf of supplies it's a daily reminder that our classroom is a community that looks out for one another.\r\n\r\nThe impact has extended to the entire learning environment. With fewer distractions caused by discomfort or embarrassment, students are more focused and cooperative. Teachers have noticed improved classroom participation and a more positive atmosphere overall. It's incredible how something as simple as access to deodorant, soap, or sanitary products can have such a deep ripple effect on motivation, social interaction, and self-confidence.\r\n\r\nIn today's world, with so much uncertainty and hardship, these items have been more than helpful they've been hopeful donors have provided our students with not just products, but with a sense of care and compassion that they will remember for years to come. In a time when so many families are struggling to make ends meet, this support has lifted an invisible weight off our kids' shoulders and allowed them to focus on what truly matters: learning, growing, and believing in themselves.\r\n\r\nWe extend our heartfelt thanks to donors for their generosity and continued support in helping our students thrive. Your kindness has brought comfort, confidence, and joy into our classroom. You've reminded us all that when a community comes together to meet even the simplest needs, we create space for students to dream bigger and do their very best.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students something truly special—dignity, confidence, and the knowledge that they are cared for.","fullyFundedDate":1758806771759,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-fearless/9578479/","projectTitle":"Fresh & Fearless","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Whitten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10170648"},{"teacherId":9230729,"projectId":8594999,"letterContent":"Your donation has made such an impact on my class. The students have deepened their understanding of mental health, and they have shown their understanding. They will express their emotions and have learned a ton of strategies to help them! \r\nThe fidgets and stickers brighten their day and make staying focused much easier. \r\nI truly cannot thank you enough. Your donation was so appreciated. My students are not always given the same opportunity as their peers, but with these materials they are able to understand the same as their peers. \r\nThank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1733281525318,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-matters/8594999/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Matters","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bolle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9230729_orig.png?crop=331,331,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723129725639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9230729"},{"teacherId":9258408,"projectId":8595020,"letterContent":"Thank you so so much for your support. The donation of materials games, workbooks, programs and supplies have made a significant impact on sessions.\r\n\r\nStudents have enjoyed the new and novel materials. The colored pencils have been used in 3 different advisory classes to make larger group murals while working on coordinating ideas and cooperation in group settings. All kids have enjoyed new stories and mad libs. The digital blocks and uno games add to hours of fun while working on individual goals that are boring to just drill. \r\n\r\nThank you again for helping making to make speech sessions fun and functional.","fullyFundedDate":1732915865650,"projectUrl":"project/speech-therapy-through-a-students-eye/8595020/","projectTitle":"Speech Therapy Through a Student's Eye","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buckley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9258408"},{"teacherId":146024,"projectId":8941874,"letterContent":"On behalf of my 7th-grade students, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of a class set of The Outsiders. Your support means the world to us and will have a lasting impact on our students' learning and love for literature.\r\n\r\nS. E. Hinton's classic novel is more than just a book—it's a powerful story about identity, belonging, and resilience that resonates deeply with young readers. Thanks to your generosity, every student in our class will have their own copy to read, annotate, and truly engage with the text. This opportunity will enhance their reading experience and foster meaningful discussions about empathy, friendship, and overcoming challenges.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and investment in our students' education make a difference every day. Thank you for believing in our young readers and helping to inspire a lifelong love of books. We are incredibly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1733002787408,"projectUrl":"project/the-outsiders/8941874/","projectTitle":"The Outsiders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp146024_orig.jpg?crop=1122,1122,x0,y321&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598895752660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/146024"},{"teacherId":3359401,"projectId":8574243,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom. My students love the scratch and sniff stickers and the textured sensory stickers. I love the extra computer. It's been very helpful for when students have tech issues. I can just let them use our classroom computer that was so nicely donated by Donor Choose.\r\n\r\nThe gifts have enabled me to run myt classroom much more smoothly. I don't have to stop class to figure out a computer issue and my students really do work for the cool new stickers that we have. They love the watermelon and pineapple scented ones, but the ones that they really want are the long textured stickers. They put them on their keyboards and it helps them deal with anxiety.\r\n\r\nThank you again. You are very appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1727462844935,"projectUrl":"project/my-comfy-classroom/8574243/","projectTitle":"My Comfy Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zimmerman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3359401_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y464&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1685929012993","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3359401"},{"teacherId":9230705,"projectId":8574134,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations to my zen classroom project. I have been able to create a quiet corner in my classroom for students to work. This flexible seating is something my students look forward to every day. I have two comfortable seats on my carpet square and several wiggle cushions that students can sit in.\r\nI also have 2 wobble seats that are perfect for my neurodiverse students. These are highly sought after every class! I am happy to have seating that helps students who need to move and wiggle!\r\nOverall, this project has made a big difference in the welcoming atmosphere of my classroom and I am so grateful to have such a welcoming space!","fullyFundedDate":1727462576676,"projectUrl":"project/my-zen-classroom/8574134/","projectTitle":"My Zen Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Siverson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9230705"},{"teacherId":9594483,"projectId":8499263,"letterContent":"I have so much to be thankful for this season, especially the amazing supplies I've been able to purchase with your generous donation to my project. With your gift, I've been able to purchase some amazing furniture to make my office feel more comfortable and welcoming (check out the neat modular reclining seat in front of my desk--kids gravitate to that and truly lounge on it!). \r\n\r\nStudents have loved using the curricula I've purchased for groups and individual sessions--a favorite is \"Unstuck and On Target!\" for teens, which has been surprisingly engaging for a group of boys who need a little more help with their executive functioning skills.\r\n\r\nThe individual whiteboards, dry erase markers, and the countless additional supplies bought with your gift have been used daily, and have helped students better process their emotions and thoughts in more accessible ways. Thank you again for helping me with the resources I needed this school year (and beyond!) to support our amazing students.","fullyFundedDate":1723683428456,"projectUrl":"project/support-mental-health-in-middle-school/8499263/","projectTitle":"Support Mental Health in Middle School!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9594483_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722010157277","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9594483"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_40977","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":846,"numTeachers":58,"percentFrplEligible":54,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":40,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":29,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.6,"schoolId":40977,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Laredo Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Laredo Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/colorado/cherry-creek-school-district-5/laredo-middle-school/40977"}