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With the necessary materials readily available, students were able to complete assignments, collaborate with classmates, and participate in hands-on activities that supported their academic growth.\r\n\r\nFor my World Language students, these supplies supported interactive learning experiences that encouraged communication, creativity, and confidence. Students were better equipped to take notes, organize their work, practice new vocabulary, and engage in activities that strengthened their language skills.","fullyFundedDate":1778608607558,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-learn-essential-supplies-fo/10258512/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Learn: Essential Supplies for Everyday Learning 2.0","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Capracio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10343277_orig.png?crop=256,256,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762457477152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10343277"},{"teacherId":10343277,"projectId":10135784,"letterContent":"The tablets have made a tremendous difference in my Spanish classroom. While many people use technology at home for communication or entertainment, these devices allow students to access learning in ways that traditional paper materials sometimes cannot. The tablets provide students with interactive language-learning activities, digital reading resources, audio recordings for listening practice, and tools that support different learning needs. Students can receive immediate feedback, revisit lessons at their own pace, and engage more actively in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1778092135275,"projectUrl":"project/tablets-for-spanish-targeted-support-to/10135784/","projectTitle":"Tablets for Spanish: Targeted Support to Remove Paper Barriers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Capracio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10343277_orig.png?crop=256,256,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762457477152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10343277"},{"teacherId":9638001,"projectId":10366396,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding the instrument stands, the music stand rack, and the drumsticks. These are not the items people picture when they imagine a band program, but they are the items that decide whether a rehearsal runs well or falls apart.\r\n\r\nThe drumsticks got the loudest reaction. When I opened the box in percussion class, several students asked if each of them would get their own pair. Until now, my percussionists shared a small, worn set, which meant one student played while others waited their turn. Now every student in the room has sticks in their hands for the entire class. In our first week with them, I was able to run a full-class stick exercise where all fourteen students played the same rhythm on practice pads at once. It was the first time that class rehearsed as a section rather than in shifts.\r\n\r\nThe instrument stands changed something quieter but just as important. Before, my students set their horns on chairs or on the floor during breaks, and I spent real money and real time on repairs from instruments that were knocked over. When the stands arrived, I taught a short lesson on instrument care and had each student set up their own. A sixth grader who had been careless with his trumpet all fall placed it on the stand, stepped back, and adjusted it so it sat straight. That is ownership, and it came from having a proper place to put the instrument.\r\n\r\nThe music stand rack solved a problem my students felt every single day. Setup and cleanup used to take close to ten minutes at each end of class, and stands ended up bent from being stacked on the floor. Now two students roll the rack out, the room is ready in about two minutes, and we get that time back for rehearsal. Over a semester, that is hours of playing my students would not otherwise have had.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools that make everything else in this room possible.","fullyFundedDate":1783462063873,"projectUrl":"project/essential-band-supplies-needed/10366396/","projectTitle":"Essential Band Supplies Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Fernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9638001_orig.jpg?crop=524,524,x25,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723138648285","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jamusic"},{"teacherId":9638001,"projectId":10383547,"letterContent":"Thank you for making the tenor saxophone possible. It arrived in time for the start of our school year, and it has already changed what my band room sounds like.\r\n\r\nWhen I opened the case in front of my intermediate band, the room went quiet in the way it only does when students are genuinely curious. A few of them had never seen a tenor up close — only the altos we already own. They noticed the size first, then the curve of the neck, then the sound. When I played a low note for them, one student said it sounded like the saxophone they hear in the music their family plays at home. That connection between the instrument in our room and the music in their lives is exactly what I want them to feel.\r\n\r\nThe horn is now assigned to a student who has been playing alto since sixth grade and was ready for a new challenge. Moving to tenor has asked more of him: more air, a looser embouchure, a different fingering for the same written pitch. He has met all of it. In our first weeks, he has been learning to support the low register while staying in tune with the trombones and baritone — a balance our band has never had before, because we never had a tenor voice to work with.\r\n\r\nThat gap mattered more than most people realize. Middle school band music is written with a tenor part in it. Without the instrument, we were either cutting that line or handing it to students on other instruments, and the harmony underneath the melody stayed thin. Now the low-middle of our ensemble is filled in, and my students can hear the difference in the first rehearsal of any new piece.\r\n\r\nNone of that happens without an instrument in the room. Thank you for putting one there.","fullyFundedDate":1786541700158,"projectUrl":"project/tenor-saxophone-needed/10383547/","projectTitle":"Tenor Saxophone Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Fernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9638001_orig.jpg?crop=524,524,x25,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723138648285","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jamusic"},{"teacherId":9102660,"projectId":10246119,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our classroom with an Epson printer! Your generosity has made it possible for me to quickly print engaging math activities, student resources, assessments, and additional practice materials directly from our classroom.\r\n\r\nHaving reliable access to a printer helps me meet my students' individual learning needs and ensures they have the materials necessary to succeed. It also allows us to spend more time learning and less time worrying about limited resources.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make learning more accessible, organized, and engaging. Your support has made a lasting impact on our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1787196330943,"projectUrl":"project/from-ideas-to-ink/10246119/","projectTitle":"From Ideas to Ink","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9102660_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702921264096","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/learningwithmissbrown"},{"teacherId":9102660,"projectId":10518248,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom with much-needed cleaning supplies! Your generosity has helped us create a cleaner, healthier, and more welcoming environment where my students can feel comfortable and focus on learning.\r\n\r\nThese supplies allow us to regularly clean desks, shared materials, and other frequently used areas. They also help teach students the importance of taking care of our classroom and working together to maintain a space we can all be proud of.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Thank you for investing in my students' health, comfort, and academic success!","fullyFundedDate":1787196330525,"projectUrl":"project/clean-space-clear-minds/10518248/","projectTitle":"Clean Space, Clear Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9102660_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702921264096","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/learningwithmissbrown"},{"teacherId":10394143,"projectId":10289963,"letterContent":"This project has transformed my Spanish classroom by making language learning more interactive, visual, and engaging. The interactive tools give my students more opportunities to practice Spanish through movement, speaking, listening, reading, and games rather than relying primarily on teacher-led instruction.\r\n\r\nThese resources have helped my students build confidence, participate more actively, and use Spanish in meaningful classroom situations. They also provide the visual support and repetition that beginning language learners need to understand and retain new vocabulary.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, my classroom has become a space where students are excited to participate, take risks with the language, and see themselves as Spanish speakers.","fullyFundedDate":1779178197270,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-spanish-learning-tools-for-s/10289963/","projectTitle":"Interactive Spanish Learning Tools for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Santana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10394143_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778140791838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dsantana"},{"teacherId":10394143,"projectId":10369400,"letterContent":"The new cleaning supplies have made a big difference in our classroom. My students and I use them every day to keep our tables, materials, and classroom space clean and organized. The students were very excited when they saw the new supplies, and they quickly understood that keeping our classroom clean is something we can all help with.\r\n\r\nHaving a clean and comfortable classroom helps my students focus on learning Spanish and participating in our activities. It also teaches them to take care of the space we share every day. Thank you so much for helping us create a classroom where students can feel comfortable, learn, and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1784556524179,"projectUrl":"project/a-clean-space-for-bilingual-success/10369400/","projectTitle":"A Clean Space for Bilingual Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Santana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10394143_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778140791838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dsantana"},{"teacherId":10394143,"projectId":10297305,"letterContent":"My students have been using the new resources during our Spanish routines unit. We use the visuals and interactive materials to practice vocabulary, play review games, and have short conversations with classmates.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were excited because they looked fun and different from a traditional worksheet. I loved seeing them immediately want to participate and use the Spanish they were learning.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to use the new vocabulary to talk about our daily routines and create short conversations with a partner. I'm excited to see them continue building confidence and using more Spanish every day!","fullyFundedDate":1782334594411,"projectUrl":"project/setting-the-bilingual-achievement/10297305/","projectTitle":"Setting the Bilingual Achievement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Santana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10394143_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778140791838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dsantana"},{"teacherId":10214408,"projectId":10329313,"letterContent":"Thank you for the financial support you have provided to my classroom. Personally, I love the feel of my classroom with the new lights, carpet, and posters. My classroom is a place that feels relaxing and welcoming for the 8 hours I spend here each day. I also suffer from migraines so being able to use the lamps with warm light instead of the harsh overhead lights mean that I am more comfortable in my own classroom.\r\n\r\nStudents love the calming corner and often ask to do their work from the bean bags. I have also had a student take a nap there because he had a headache but didn't want to go home for the day. The fidgets have also been a huge hit for all students but especially the students I taught both last year and this year. They have been helping students stay focused on their work while still meeting their need to move around. The Meditation Pebble has also been surprisingly well received by students. They like to start the class meditating each day and complain if I try to skip it on shorter class days.\r\n\r\nMy ESL students appreciate the Spanish/English dictionaries that they will be able to use in their content classes and on state exams to help them access the materials.","fullyFundedDate":1781719904505,"projectUrl":"project/create-a-calm-and-inclusive-environment/10329313/","projectTitle":"Create a Calm and Inclusive Environment for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hughes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10214408_orig.jpg?crop=1753,1753,x776,y252&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781296927795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10214408"},{"teacherId":10343277,"projectId":9879291,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, “Classroom Store: Inspiring Responsibility and Motivation.” Your generosity has helped create a classroom environment where students feel motivated, recognized, and proud of their positive choices.\n\nBecause of your support, I was able to create a Classroom Store where students can earn points and exchange them for small rewards like snacks and toys. This store has become more than just a fun activity, it is a powerful tool for teaching responsibility, encouraging positive behavior, and celebrating effort and participation.\n\nYour kindness has helped transform our classroom into a positive, encouraging community where students feel inspired to do their best, not only in Spanish class, but in all areas of their lives.\n\nThank you for believing in my students.\n","fullyFundedDate":1772751348913,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-store-inspiring-responsibilit/9879291/","projectTitle":"Classroom Store: Inspiring Responsibility and Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Capracio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10343277_orig.png?crop=256,256,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762457477152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10343277"},{"teacherId":10343277,"projectId":9970565,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Lights, Camera, Español: Learning Through Theater and Role-Play.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom and in the way my students experience learning Spanish.\r\n\r\nThanks to the props, costumes, hats, wigs, and career-related accessories you provided, my students were able to truly bring language to life. As we studied community members and professions, students became doctors, firefighters, chefs, and other community helpers. By stepping into these roles, they practiced speaking Spanish in authentic, engaging, and fun ways.\r\n\r\nThese accessories helped transform our classroom into a stage where language, creativity, and culture came together. \r\n\r\nThank you for believing in their potential and for making experiential, student-centered learning possible.\r\nWith sincere gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1769178273829,"projectUrl":"project/lights-camera-espaol-learning-throug/9970565/","projectTitle":"Lights, Camera, Español: Learning Through Theater and Role-Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Capracio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10343277_orig.png?crop=256,256,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762457477152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10343277"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_24097","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":422,"numTeachers":28,"percentFrplEligible":60,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":87,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":6,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"15.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":34.2,"schoolId":24097,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Jefferson Middle School Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Jefferson Middle School Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/district-of-columbia/dc-public-schools/jefferson-middle-school/24097"}