{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"New River Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":33.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6489462,"projectId":10168148,"letterContent":"I sincerely appreciate your invaluable support in completing our project. Your efforts made it possible for me to reward over 100 dedicated students who sacrificed their Saturdays for their academic growth. Thank you for making such a positive impact on their lives! I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your tremendous support in completing our recent project. As a Title I school, we face unique challenges, but we also have the privilege of working with some of the most dedicated and inspiring students. Our recent focus has been on preparing these students for state assessments, which play a crucial role in their academic careers. Your contributions have been instrumental in making this preparation both enjoyable and rewarding.\r\n\r\nThroughout the school year, we have emphasized the importance of consistent effort and dedication. Many students make personal sacrifices, including giving up their Saturdays, to attend additional study sessions and tutoring sessions. These commitments underscore their desire for academic growth and success, and they deserve recognition for their hard work and perseverance. The project we funded was designed precisely to acknowledge and reward their efforts, reinforcing their motivation as they approached the challenging assessments.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous support, we were able to provide an exciting grand prize for the students. We arranged high-quality headphones that not only offer a fantastic listening experience for music and educational content but also provide a valuable resource for focused study sessions. Additionally, we included an assortment of snacks, creating a fun and celebratory atmosphere for everyone. The combined rewards served as a token of appreciation for the students' dedication and hard work.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this initiative has been significant. By motivating students through tangible rewards, we have witnessed a marked increase in participation and enthusiasm. The children were eager to join study sessions, share their knowledge, and support one another on their learning journeys.\r\n\r\nWe also organized a special event to distribute the prizes, turning it into a celebration of their hard work. The excitement in the room was palpable as students received their prizes and enjoyed the snacks provided. It was a rewarding moment for all of us, highlighting the community spirit and shared purpose that drives our school. We wanted each student to feel recognized and valued, not just for their academic achievements, but for the commitment they have shown to their education.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only facilitated this reward initiative but has also made a broader impact on the school community. It has fostered a sense of unity among students and staff, reinforcing our collective efforts to ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed. The positive energy generated by this project has created an environment that emphasizes hard work, perseverance, and mutual support.\r\n\r\nAs we head into our state assessments, I remain thankful for your unwavering support. It is through initiatives like this that we can inspire our students and demonstrate that their hard work truly pays off. Thank you for being an essential part of this journey and for making such a significant difference in the lives of our students. Together, we are not only preparing them for tests but also empowering them for futures filled with possibilities and success. Your commitment to our mission has made a lasting impact, and for that, I am deeply appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1776694068230,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-success-snacks-and-motivation-f/10168148/","projectTitle":"Fueling Success: Snacks and Motivation for Saturday Camp","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coombs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6489462"},{"teacherId":5491710,"projectId":10171300,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! Glue is an essential tool we use daily for worksheets, homework, notebook tabs, vocabulary, and interactive activities. Having glue sticks helps reduce messes and keeps students focused. Since glue runs out quickly, your donation ensures we stay prepared. The colored pencil organizer will also make materials easily accessible, helping students work more efficiently and stay engaged in every assignment. Your generosity truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1776880462415,"projectUrl":"project/glue-and-organization/10171300/","projectTitle":"Glue and Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Babcock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5491710_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530129100322","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tiffany-babcock"},{"teacherId":9647641,"projectId":9688726,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Project Shark Tank 2.0\"! Because of your generosity, our students now have pool noodles that have completely transformed how we approach movement, teamwork, and creativity in PE.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the pool noodles, their excitement was immediate—they couldn't wait to get moving. We've been using them for a variety of activities like striking drills, obstacle courses, partner challenges, and even creative games that build coordination and cooperation. One of our favorite moments has been using them in team relay challenges, where students had to communicate and strategize while staying active and engaged.\r\n\r\nThese resources have allowed us to create a more inclusive and dynamic environment where every student can participate, build confidence, and enjoy being active. Moving forward, we plan to continue incorporating the pool noodles into fitness circuits and team-building games that promote lifelong healthy habits.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a positive impact on our Sharks!","fullyFundedDate":1767208940086,"projectUrl":"project/project-shark-tank-20/9688726/","projectTitle":"Project Shark Tank 2.0","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Gaines","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9647641"},{"teacherId":9647641,"projectId":9556286,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Project Shark Tank\"! Because of your generosity, our students received futsal soccer goals and basketballs that are already bringing new energy and excitement to our PE classes.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new equipment, their faces lit up. They were eager to jump right in, compete, work together, and try new skills. The futsal goals have helped us create more organized small-sided soccer games, giving students more chances to move, communicate, and build teamwork. The basketballs allow more students to participate at once, practice fundamentals, and stay actively engaged.\r\n\r\nThese resources are helping our Sharks build confidence, sportsmanship, and healthy habits that will last beyond the gym. Thank you for investing in our students and helping make PE more fun, active, and meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1756758483562,"projectUrl":"project/project-shark-tank/9556286/","projectTitle":"Project Shark Tank","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Gaines","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9647641"},{"teacherId":5491710,"projectId":10068252,"letterContent":"Thank you to our generous donors for supporting the echinoderm specimen display and Coral Reefs: Cities of the Ocean comics. These engaging resources capture students' attention and deepen their understanding of marine science concepts. The specimens bring lessons to life, while the colorful, accessible comics encourage reading—especially for early finishers. By offering an exciting alternative to traditional texts, these materials help make learning both meaningful and enjoyable. Your kindness truly inspires learning every day.","fullyFundedDate":1775753083594,"projectUrl":"project/specimens-and-comics/10068252/","projectTitle":"Specimens and Comics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Babcock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5491710_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530129100322","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tiffany-babcock"},{"teacherId":10460954,"projectId":10177424,"letterContent":"As soon as the packages arrived, my classroom buzzed with excitement! My students immediately volunteered to open boxes, help set up the folder holder, assemble the broom, and even staple life science packets together. One student kept asking if they could come back just to help finish setting everything up. The paper cart has been a total game changer—it's now my go‑to tool for organizing work for different classes and rolling materials to and from the printer. What used to be stacks of papers on counters (and often messed with) now has a clear, tidy home.\r\n\r\nThe laminator has quickly become one of my favorite tools. I've already laminated station materials that will be used in life science for the rest of the year, keeping them neat, reusable, and student‑proof. Looking ahead, I'll use it to support future lessons and label classroom materials to stay organized. Students are also excited to start the week with brand‑new colored pencils, replacing old, broken supplies at their tables. These resources have helped create a classroom that's organized, welcoming, and full of energy—where students can focus on learning and take pride in their space.","fullyFundedDate":1776102773993,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies-that-support-student/10177424/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies That Support Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sargent","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10460954_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y554&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776698771789","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10460954"},{"teacherId":9774346,"projectId":10000266,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support in funding our recent pig dissection project. Because of your contributions, my students were given a unique, hands-on learning experience that brought science to life in a way no textbook ever could.\r\n\r\nThrough this project, students explored anatomy and physiology by directly observing organ systems, structures, and their functions. They were able to make real-world connections between what they've learned in class and how living organisms are structured. For many students, this was their first opportunity to engage in such an immersive scientific investigation, and it sparked curiosity, excitement, and meaningful discussions.\r\n\r\nBeyond the academic benefits, this experience helped students build important skills such as teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving. They learned how to ask questions, make observations, and draw conclusions—skills that are essential not only in science, but in everyday life.\r\n\r\nYour support made it possible to provide an equitable learning opportunity for all students, regardless of background. Many of them expressed how memorable and impactful this project was, and several even shared a newfound interest in pursuing careers in science or healthcare.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their education. Your generosity has made a lasting difference in their learning journey.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1770235800791,"projectUrl":"project/from-textbook-to-table-a-real-world-ana/10000266/","projectTitle":"From Textbook to Table: A Real-World Anatomy Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Galarno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9774346_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727101148818","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9774346"},{"teacherId":4035524,"projectId":10067544,"letterContent":"It starts with the simplest tools: paper and pencils. You might be surprised to see how a brand-new, sharpened pencil can change a child's demeanor. It represents a fresh start and a ready mind. Because of your contribution, no student in this class has to feel the quiet anxiety of arriving unprepared. They don't have to whisper to a neighbor to borrow a scrap of paper or feel \"less than\" because their supplies ran out mid-semester. Your gift ensures that every child enters this room on an equal playing field, ready to draft essays, solve complex equations, and sketch out their wildest ideas without hesitation.","fullyFundedDate":1771000534942,"projectUrl":"project/2026-class-reset/10067544/","projectTitle":"2026 Class Reset","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4035524_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x129,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681927855446","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4035524"},{"teacherId":9203422,"projectId":9966027,"letterContent":"With your support we have been able to keep our in class production going. The supplies of dish soap and sponges have helped the students keep their work stations clean as well as staying on top of their dishes. With this our students are getting the first hand experience of being responsible for their own kitchen space and ensuring that our materials are clean and safe for all of our culinary students, they have grown in confidence are are more comfortable in the foods that they make. \r\nThe supplies arrived at a perfect time with cold and flu season in swing. The disinfecting wipes have been a huge help to keep our surfaces sanitized. Each time the student clean their work stations or use a laptop they are able to make sure that the are killing off germs and keeping the space safe. Thank you so much for helping to keep our program going.","fullyFundedDate":1766596866997,"projectUrl":"project/clean-kitchens-for-our-school/9966027/","projectTitle":"Clean Kitchens For Our School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Humphreys","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9203422_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y236&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692804310865","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9203422"},{"teacherId":9495157,"projectId":10030973,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my project. My students and I were able to have our daily supplies because you were generous and kind to us. I'm trying to bring more resources to my classroom to help my students thrive. This funded project was extra resources which motivate my students to work hard, which eventually help them to thrive academically. This was a good incentive for my students; they enjoyed the various snacks and look forward to receiving a snack when they completed their work. If you're looking for a simple way to support my class, this is it. 💛","fullyFundedDate":1771000535742,"projectUrl":"project/daily-essential-supplies/10030973/","projectTitle":"Daily Essential Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stephenson-Samuels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9495157_orig.jpg?crop=708,708,x279,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714490422728","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9495157"},{"teacherId":4035524,"projectId":10026113,"letterContent":"I am writing to you today with a heart full of gratitude to express our deepest thanks for your recent donations to our classroom. In the daily whirlwind of bells, lessons, and laughter, it is easy to overlook the physical tools that make education possible. However, the impact of your generosity is felt every single time a student reaches for a fresh sheet of paper or puts on a pair of headphones to focus.\r\n\r\nWhen people think of \"school supplies,\" they often see them as mere utility items. To our students, however, these are the building blocks of possibility.","fullyFundedDate":1769381278746,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics/10026113/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4035524_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x129,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681927855446","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4035524"},{"teacherId":441589,"projectId":9804440,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a truly interactive learning environment. The wireless mice, headphones, and iPad covers have not only improved the way students engage with technology, but they have also opened new doors for creativity, independence, and focus.\r\n\r\nThe students absolutely love the new tools. Their favorite part is how much more interactive and comfortable their learning has become:\r\n\r\nThe wireless mice make coding games, digital drawing, and design challenges feel like real-world computer work.The headphones help them dive into virtual labs, instructional videos, and creative apps without noise distractions.The bright, sturdy iPad covers add a sense of pride and responsibility, and students feel like real engineers taking care of their tools.","fullyFundedDate":1764629273512,"projectUrl":"project/hear-click-create-supporting-interact/9804440/","projectTitle":"Hear, Click, Create: Supporting Interactive Learning Experiences","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berrios","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp441589_orig.jpg?crop=2188,2188,x109,y547&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1591382664441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-berrios28"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45295","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1566,"numTeachers":86,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":26,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":54,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"18.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":66.1,"schoolId":45295,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about New River Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"New River Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/broward-county-public-schools/new-river-middle-school/45295"}