{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Pine Ridge Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":29.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10213998,"projectId":9638715,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity in providing my 8th grade students with The Hunger Games. Your support did far more than place books in students' hands—it created an experience that ignited a genuine love for reading, discussion, and critical thinking in my classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students were able to dive fully into a novel that challenged them, excited them, and pushed them to think deeply about themes like power, sacrifice, inequality, and choice. From the very first chapters, they were hooked. Students who were often hesitant readers became invested, opinionated, and eager to share their thoughts. Class discussions were lively, thoughtful, and student-driven in a way that every teacher hopes for but doesn't always get to witness.\r\n\r\nAlthough I did not complete my teaching year at this school due to an unexpected move, I am incredibly grateful that we were still able to complete this unit together. In many ways, The Hunger Games became the highlight of our time as a class. The work my students produced during this unit was some of the highest quality I have seen—analytical writing was stronger, textual evidence was used with confidence, and creative responses showed depth and originality. Students weren't just completing assignments; they were invested in the story and proud of their thinking.\r\n\r\nYour donation gave my students access to a shared text that allowed them to feel like part of something bigger. They bonded over characters, debated decisions, made predictions, and supported one another as readers. For many of them, this was the first time a novel truly captured their attention from beginning to end. That kind of impact is lasting, and it extends far beyond a single unit or school year.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, it is incredibly meaningful to see students fall in love with a book—and that love was made possible because of you. Even now, I think back on that unit with gratitude and pride, knowing that your generosity helped create an unforgettable learning experience for my students.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in teachers, in students, and in the power of books to transform classrooms. Your kindness made a real difference, and it is something I—and my students—will always remember.","fullyFundedDate":1759331664005,"projectUrl":"project/the-hunger-games/9638715/","projectTitle":"The Hunger Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. West","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10213998"},{"teacherId":10240171,"projectId":9679222,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, From hieroglyphics to Hong Bao: Hands-On History for kids. Your generosity transformed what could have been a textbook lesson into an unforgettable learning experience. My students were immediately engaged when they fist saw the scratch-off bookmarks. They loved etching their hieroglyphic names and English translations for the bookmark they will use forever. They were excited, curious and eager to ger started. Holding and using hands on resources helped them truly understand that writing systems are not just symbols on a page, but meaningful tools people have used for thousands of years to communicate ideas, culture, and values.\r\nUsing these materials, students explored ancient writing systems such as hieroglyphics and compared them to later forms of written communication, culminating in lessons connected to Chinese traditions like exchanging Hong Bao red envelopes to celebrate the New Year. One of the most powerful moments was watching my students carefully create and interpret symbols, proudly explaining how their Egyptian cartouches represented and how it connected. Some students asked for additional bookmarks so they could make them for their family members and friends. Students who are usually quiet were excited to share, and many asked thoughtful questions that showed deeper understanding. \r\nBecause of your support, my students are now more confident historians who see connections between the past and the present. The next steps include expanding this unit into a cultural comparison project where students will research and write how writing and cultural traditions continue to shape societies today. This project made history come alive, and would not have been possible without you. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact on my 6th grade world history classroom and my students' love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1759119482086,"projectUrl":"project/from-hieroglyphics-to-hong-bao-hands-on/9679222/","projectTitle":"From Hieroglyphics to Hong Bao: Hands-On History for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carraher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10240171_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759088569940","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10240171"},{"teacherId":10239283,"projectId":9894204,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation of classroom supplies; your support truly makes a world of difference in providing our students with the tools they need to learn, create, and succeed, bringing excitement and resources that foster a richer, more engaging environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nYour kindness directly empowers our young learners, ensuring they have access to quality materials, from books to STEM kits, making learning come alive and boosting their confidence as they grow.","fullyFundedDate":1763387448192,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/9894204/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Angela Runyon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10239283_orig.jpg?crop=4284,4284,x723,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756912619051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10239283"},{"teacherId":10180226,"projectId":9607086,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our 7th-grade math classroom! The supplies you provided have already made a meaningful difference in creating a more motivated, focused, and supportive learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe glue sticks have been essential for our interactive notebooks, which help students connect with abstract concepts more concretely and engagingly. The headphones have also been a wonderful addition! The students use them during independent work to listen to music or instructional content, which helps them stay focused and avoid distractions.\r\n\r\nThe snacks and small treats you helped provide have been incredibly effective as incentives. These simple rewards go a long way in motivating middle schoolers and celebrating their effort, progress, and hard work. Additionally, the Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) gift cards are already helping me bring fresh, high-quality resources into our lessons and allowing me to create engaging notes, activities, and materials tailored to my students' needs.\r\n\r\nAll of these supplies play a role in helping my students feel successful and excited about learning math. My students and I are truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1757423351097,"projectUrl":"project/lively-learning/9607086/","projectTitle":"Lively Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10180226"},{"teacherId":10269005,"projectId":9727660,"letterContent":"Thank you for contributing to the Pine Ridge Middle School Chorus and Orchestra program. We have already begun using these resources and they have helped our class to become more efficient and every student has the supplies that are needed for class. \r\n\r\nStudents were so excited to use the new white boards and erasers when working on their music theory in individual and group activities. These boards and erasers make learning music a little more fun and helps students maintain the knowledge that they have learned. I have even been able to provide shoulder rests to students that could not afford to purchase their own. They are so incredibly grateful and now they are achieving great success with the proper supplies. My advanced orchestra students are now able to tune themselves with the use of electronic tuners. We are able to start making music faster at the beginning of class. \r\n\r\nYou have helped to equip our music students with tools to help them become better musicians. And even better than that, hopefully, they will become lifelong musicians knowing that someone believed in them.","fullyFundedDate":1758849007781,"projectUrl":"project/music-supplies-to-make-the-music-room-ro/9727660/","projectTitle":"Music Supplies to Make the Music Room Rock!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ceto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10269005_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y138&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758566486795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10269005"},{"teacherId":10187305,"projectId":9620532,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the immense impact your generous contribution has had on my 7th-grade science classes. Thanks to your support, we received the preserved frogs and dissection materials necessary to conduct an authentic anatomy lab, transforming our textbook lesson into an unforgettable hands-on experience. When the materials arrived, the students were immediately filled with extreme excitement; any nervousness quickly turned into focused curiosity as they prepared to become real scientists. We used the resources to dive deep into comparative anatomy, providing a tangible view of body systems that static diagrams simply can't offer. I'll never forget the moment a student realized the impressive length of the small intestine, sparking a major \"ah-ha!\" moment about nutrient absorption and biological complexity. This lab wasn't just a lesson; it was a memory they will never forget.\r\n\r\nYour donation gave my students a vital, hands-on peek into the world of biology. Now that they have successfully explored the major organ systems of the frog, our classroom is moving on to the microscopic level. Our next step is to use compound microscopes to examine the cellular structures and tissue types they encountered during the dissection, such as muscle and epithelial tissue. Following this, they will conduct a comparative analysis, linking the frog's anatomy to human biology to better understand adaptation. Thank you again for being a crucial part of our classroom and for helping to spark a lasting passion for science in my students.","fullyFundedDate":1755617511802,"projectUrl":"project/unfroggettable-science-dissection-that/9620532/","projectTitle":"UnFROGgettable Science: Dissection That Inspires","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rigney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10187305_orig.jpg?crop=1744,1744,x1180,y13&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755551478824","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10187305"},{"teacherId":10160730,"projectId":9655839,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your donation, and a special thank you to the Schoen Foundation! \r\nI was able to purchase several bags of Jolly Ranchers in assorted varieties and Halloween pencils.\r\nThese items are given to students that have completed all of their missing assignments, and to students that demonstrate positive behavior.\r\nIt has made a positive impact because the students are completing more of their assignments. \r\nThey also really liked the Halloween pencils, especially the sixth grade students.","fullyFundedDate":1756764012124,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-for-ese-students/9655839/","projectTitle":"Rewards for ESE Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Brien","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10160730"},{"teacherId":10239283,"projectId":9847909,"letterContent":"Technology helps my students by making learning more interactive, engaging, and accessible through multimedia and online resources. My students often find interactive quizzes, games like Escape Rooms, and virtual simulations the most exciting aspects, while those who are more hands-on, creative, or have different learning styles may particularly benefit from the technology. For example, my students with diverse learning needs can thrive with technology that provides personalized content and more accessible formats. \r\n\r\nAlso, some of my students who learn best by doing often connect with the interactive nature of educational games and simulations that allow them to physically or virtually engage with concepts. The movement and racing around the room to solve the puzzles and find the answers a more exciting learning environment. Thank you for your generosity towards students in middle school at Pine Ridge Middle.","fullyFundedDate":1761175288303,"projectUrl":"project/escape-rooms/9847909/","projectTitle":"Escape Rooms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Angela Runyon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10239283_orig.jpg?crop=4284,4284,x723,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756912619051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10239283"},{"teacherId":10222909,"projectId":9649041,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a cleaner, safer, and more supportive learning environment. The nitrile gloves and flushable wipes have made it possible to maintain proper hygiene during daily routines, helping students practice essential life skills with dignity and independence. Even the lollipops have played an important role offering sensory input and motivation that help students regulate their emotions, stay focused, and engage more successfully in their work.\r\n\r\nThe hands-on materials you provided-Ziploc bags, aprons, Play-Doh, markers, magnetic tiles, and the light table have transformed the way my students learn. These tools have strengthened their fine motor skills, encouraged creativity, supported literacy and communication, and given them opportunities to explore STEM concepts through building and problem-solving. The light table, in particular, has offered a calming sensory experience while helping students trace letters, numbers, and shapes in an engaging and accessible way.\r\n\r\nEach item has helped my students grow academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. Because of your support, they now have more opportunities to succeed and more moments where they can feel proud of themselves. Thank you for believing in their potential and making a lasting impact on their daily learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1756320568846,"projectUrl":"project/our-special-needs/9649041/","projectTitle":"Our Special Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Maya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10222909_orig.jpg?crop=762,762,x235,y294&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756152162687","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10222909"},{"teacherId":10176537,"projectId":9594262,"letterContent":"Your donations have increased engagement and made the learning environment even more inviting! Our students have unique needs both instructionally and behaviorally. The bean bags have enhanced a calming area for students who may need to take a break. The clocks are able to be manipulated easily while students learns hands on! The magnetic sand fascinates students minds, as they ask questions about about it works. The sentence creator with visuals provides the accommodations needed for visual and nonverbal learners. We are so grateful for all you have done for us! From all of us in the IBI unit at Pine Ridge Middle School to you, we want to say Thank you!!!","fullyFundedDate":1756677997458,"projectUrl":"project/intensive-behavior-special-needs-support/9594262/","projectTitle":"Intensive Behavior Special Needs Support","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Q","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10176537"},{"teacherId":10192023,"projectId":9627929,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of essential supplies to our classroom. Your thoughtful gift means a great deal to me and my students. \r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we are now able to use needed supplies for projects related to our study of US history. The students are incredibly excited to start using these materials, and this will help them engage in creative methods of demonstrating their knowledge of US history. \r\n\r\nYour generosity helps create a more inspiring and inclusive learning environment, and it sends a powerful message to the students that people in the community care about their education and success. \r\n\r\nWe hope you enjoy the pictures of the students learning and creating!\r\n\r\nThank you, again!","fullyFundedDate":1757122655887,"projectUrl":"project/help-stock-our-classroom/9627929/","projectTitle":"Help Stock Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mazzeo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10192023_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756938400161","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10192023"},{"teacherId":10224951,"projectId":9651887,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project! These items have been a tremendous help in keeping the students motivated. Having math for 98 minutes can be tough for kids at any age, but having incentives to keep them motivated has been a game changer! When I first opened the boxes the kids were so excited, they kept asking how they can get one. While we don't use the incentives daily, we do use them at least weekly, and the kids work so much harder knowing that there is a prize that they actually want!\r\n\r\nThank you again!!","fullyFundedDate":1756423519913,"projectUrl":"project/math-it-really-is-fun/9651887/","projectTitle":"MATH! 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