{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"W.T. Chipman Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":41.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9461223,"projectId":9823799,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students are using our new literacy resources every day to strengthen their reading comprehension and focus. Students now listen to audio versions of articles using the headphones while following along in the text, which has been especially helpful for developing readers and English language learners. Highlighters are used to annotate key details, unfamiliar vocabulary, and main ideas. These tools have allowed students to engage more deeply with texts and participate more confidently in discussions.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and eager to begin using them right away. The wobble chairs and high-rise table immediately became favorites, giving students flexible seating options that support movement and help them stay focused during reading and writing tasks. The timers and small incentives, like Jolly Ranchers, have also motivated students to manage their time effectively and stay on task during independent reading and literacy centers. Students felt empowered by having choices in how and where they learn.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue using these resources as we work on annotating informational texts, improving reading stamina, and building comprehension strategies. The flexible seating and movement options will remain a key part of our daily literacy block, helping students self-regulate and remain engaged. Your generosity has truly enhanced our literacy instruction and created a more supportive, inclusive learning environment where all students can grow as readers.","fullyFundedDate":1761053556383,"projectUrl":"project/science-literacy-learning-space-litera/9823799/","projectTitle":"Science Literacy Learning Space & Literacy Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Luft","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/julie-luft"},{"teacherId":10325910,"projectId":9850847,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have essential materials that truly enhance their learning experience each day. Items such as dry erase markers and erasers allow students to actively engage in math discussions, practice problem-solving without fear of mistakes, and build confidence in their thinking.\r\n\r\nThe addition of a classroom lamp and bistro set has transformed our learning environment into a more welcoming, flexible space where students feel comfortable collaborating, reading, and reflecting. Most importantly, the class book set for our novel study has given every student access to meaningful literature, supporting reading comprehension, discussion, and written expression while fostering a shared love of learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a direct and lasting impact on my students' academic growth and classroom community. 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Each week, students participated in guided discussions to analyze the plot and character development, and they strengthened their comprehension and writing skills through short essay responses focused on character growth. Thank you for your generous support in helping to reinvigorate literacy and foster a deeper love of reading in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1760974132760,"projectUrl":"project/powering-minds-tools-and-tales-for-a-li/9847965/","projectTitle":"Powering Minds: Tools and Tales for a Literate Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Soriano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10324073"},{"teacherId":3653086,"projectId":9826518,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our project, Reading in Comfort: Building Our Literacy Corner. My students have a more comfortable space where reading is inviting. They would rather sit on the floor on these mats, than sitting at their desks. \r\nThis has already made an impact in my room. Some students try to be first in the room to have a seat on the floor where they can settle in and read for longer periods of time. These cushioned seats allow students to choose a place that is best suited for their learing style. \r\nYou didn't just provide a more comfortable place to sit, but provided for an atmosphere that encourages reluntant students to pick up a book and read for enjoyment and learning. \r\nThank you for your investment in my classroom and helping students to build lifelong literacy skills.","fullyFundedDate":1762267612917,"projectUrl":"project/reading-in-comfort-building-our-literac/9826518/","projectTitle":"Reading in Comfort: Building Our Literacy Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Banack","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3653086"},{"teacherId":3653086,"projectId":9819550,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and support of our classroom through Donors Choose. Because of you, my students have access to resources that they did not previously have. These new texts introduced students to critical and analytical thinking that are essential for middle school learners. \r\nMy students have learned to analyze characters and themes, cite evidence from the texts, and make meaningful connections to real-world issues. \r\nMany of the texts have provided classroom discussions that have impacted their empathy and perspectives on matters that affect us all. \r\nReading in our classroom is active and student centered. Students read individually, in pairs, and as a whole class. Students answer thought provoking questions and analyze characters through reflective writing. \r\nReading isn't just about decoding words, but also building confidence and curiosity that helps students grow. \r\nThank you once again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1760372375213,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-7th-graders-to-read-think-a/9819550/","projectTitle":"Empowering 7th Graders to Read, Think, and Lead","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Banack","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3653086"},{"teacherId":7656103,"projectId":9850722,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. The moment my students saw the new seats and desk bands, their faces lit up with genuine excitement. They couldn't wait to try everything out, and the room immediately felt more energized and welcoming.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made flexible seating possible, giving students a more comfortable and engaging space to learn. The books you provided have already been put to good use during independent reading time, and the fresh supply of pencils has helped students stay prepared and focused on their daily tasks.\r\n\r\nThe desk bands have been especially helpful for our more active learners, giving them a quiet way to release energy and stay attentive during lessons. These tools have created a calmer, more supportive environment that meets the needs of a wide range of learners.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our classroom feels more connected, more positive, and better equipped for success. 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Now, thanks to you, our classroom has bright, sturdy shelves that beautifully display our growing library and make books easily accessible to every student.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donation goes far beyond organization and aesthetics—it will inspire a deeper love of reading in my students. They will be able to select books from our shelves, explore new genres, and sharing recommendations with one another. 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Seeing their excitement as they choose a book that speaks to them is an incredible reminder of the power of literature to inspire curiosity and connection.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students now have access to books that not only strengthen their reading skills but also encourage empathy, creativity, and critical thinking. A few students have already picked out a brand new book to read! Your contribution has made a lasting difference in our classroom community, and for that, we are deeply grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in the importance of literacy and for investing in the next generation of readers and thinkers. Your generosity truly helps our students grow, both academically and personally.","fullyFundedDate":1760450642143,"projectUrl":"project/young-adult-books/9825349/","projectTitle":"Young Adult Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dean","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8621271_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y134&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660492475153","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8621271"},{"teacherId":10312087,"projectId":9828887,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my chorus classroom has transformed - students are now hearing every note and reading every word with confidence. The new speaker allows every singer to clearly hear their vocal line during sight-reading, which has increased accuracy and engagement. Students are genuinely excited to practice because they can hear their part well enough to sing it proudly.\r\n\r\nThe guided reading trackers and whisper phones have become instant favorites. Students use the whisper phones during singing to monitor pitch on their own and the reading trackers have improved fluency when reading lyrics and music notation. It's incredible to watch students, especially those who struggle with reading, use literacy tools in a music setting and feel successful.\r\n\r\nThe reproducible choral collections and graphic organizers have elevated my instruction allowing my budget to stretch further. We are now annotating lyrics, identifying musical vocabulary, and discussing composer intention with more depth. I can see students making connections between how we read music and how they read text in traditional content areas.\r\n\r\nThanks to you:\r\n- Students are sight-reading at a higher level.\r\n- Struggling readers now have tools that support their fluency.\r\n- Confidence in singing and reading has increased noticeably.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just buy materials, it has helped students find their voice.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and in the power of music literacy.\r\nYou helped create a space where young musicians feel seen, capable, and proud.","fullyFundedDate":1760636410736,"projectUrl":"project/hear-every-note-read-every-word/9828887/","projectTitle":"Hear Every Note, Read Every Word!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10312087_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y239&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760454299254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10312087"},{"teacherId":10318714,"projectId":9842797,"letterContent":"Thank you to your incredible generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a more engaging, organized, and focused learning space! The new resources have made such a positive difference in how my students experience literacy in math. The BASON LED lights create a calm atmosphere that helps students stay focused during reading and problem-solving. The CN-Outlet headphones allow each student to work independently during digital literacy and math lessons without distractions, while the Crayola colored pencils and Rarlan #2 pencils make writing, annotating, and illustrating math concepts both fun and creative.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement! They were especially drawn to the sensory fidget tools and Kore adjustable chairs, which have helped several students who struggle to sit still stay engaged and comfortable during longer literacy-based math activities. The C-Line magnetic job ticket holders have also been a hit — we use them daily for station directions, vocabulary practice, and problem-solving challenges. These additions have made our classroom feel fresh, welcoming, and full of energy.\r\n\r\nRight now, my students are working on connecting reading and writing to math by explaining their problem-solving steps in complete sentences and reflecting on their reasoning. These new tools have made it easier for them to focus, participate, and express their ideas with confidence. 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