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Several students immediately began organizing their work and talking about how they finally had a safe way to take pieces home to show their families. For many of them, this was the first time their artwork felt valued in a way that matched their effort and dedication. Seeing their sense of ownership and confidence grow was incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue using their portfolios to build a cohesive body of work for critique, reflection, and potential submission to competitions and exhibitions and to feel more professional as some head to magnet school auditions! Your support has not only provided a practical tool, but it has also reinforced the idea that their creativity matters. Thank you for truly investing in my students and their artistic growth.","fullyFundedDate":1757510046314,"projectUrl":"project/protecting-masterpieces-in-the-making/9665176/","projectTitle":"Protecting Masterpieces in the Making","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fernandez-Castillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1031883_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649965914973","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nfernandez-castillo"},{"teacherId":10171075,"projectId":9579283,"letterContent":"Thank you for all of your generous donations. I started this club two years ago and was only able to have 10 kids mainly because of the lack of materials. The demand, however was much larger. My second year I was only able to grow to 15 kids and this was using only materials I myself had purchased. The club was stuck to how much I could purchase. With help of Donors Choose, this year we grew to 50 students. Every Tuesday we have 5 groups of kids playing old school Dungeons and Dragons. Practicing roll playing and critical thinking skills along with problems solving. Oh yah, having fun also. This is all thanks to the kindness and generosity of our donors.","fullyFundedDate":1755653769277,"projectUrl":"project/dungeon-crawlers/9579283/","projectTitle":"Dungeon Crawlers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Foster","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171075"},{"teacherId":2070247,"projectId":9151493,"letterContent":"I can not even express how helpful it is to receive these materials. The girls feel uncomfortable at time if they do not have the resources available to purchase these items. Many are too embarrassed to ask. Now that I have acquired these materials, I am able to keep them in a location that is easily accessible for them. They feel at ease knowing that they can take the products whenever they need them and that they don't have to explain themselves. It makes something that could be uncomfortable a lot easier for them.","fullyFundedDate":1746476892337,"projectUrl":"project/girl-needs/9151493/","projectTitle":"Girl Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gomberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2070247_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541168135696","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-balladares"},{"teacherId":6488584,"projectId":9666742,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our \"Learn, Achieve, and Earn\" project on DonorsChoose. Your support has made a significant impact on our classroom, and I am thrilled to share that the students are beyond excited about the opportunity to earn the rewards and prizes we've set up. This project is not only enhancing their learning experience, but it's also motivating them to push harder, stay engaged, and celebrate their achievements along the way.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our students are more excited than ever to reach their goals and continue developing a love for learning. They understand that their hard work will be rewarded, and that sense of accomplishment is driving them to strive for excellence every day. It's your generosity that makes moments like these possible, and we couldn't be more grateful for your kindness. Thank you again for believing in our students and empowering them to reach new heights!","fullyFundedDate":1756937307775,"projectUrl":"project/learn-achieve-and-earn/9666742/","projectTitle":"Learn, Achieve, and Earn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Quallo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6488584_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x0,y20&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720797406870","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/quallo"},{"teacherId":4007246,"projectId":8596582,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Robotics for Future Engineers project! Your generosity has brought hands-on STEM learning into our classroom, giving students the opportunity to explore robotics, coding, and engineering in a way that's both exciting and educational. These tools have helped us turn abstract concepts into real-world applications, and our students are thriving because of it.\r\nMany of our donors may use technology at home for communication or entertainment, but in our classroom, it's a gateway to innovation. Students are using the robotics kits to design, build, and program their own robots—learning about problem-solving, teamwork, and perseverance along the way. The most exciting part for them is seeing their creations come to life and actually move based on the code they've written. It's empowering and inspiring!\r\nOne student in particular, who was previously shy and hesitant to participate in group work, has completely blossomed through this project. He's now one of our most enthusiastic builders and even helps others troubleshoot their designs. Thanks to The DonorsChoose Community, this project has sparked a love for engineering and opened doors to future possibilities for all of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1727447853501,"projectUrl":"project/robotics-for-future-engineers/8596582/","projectTitle":"Robotics for Future Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lopez-Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4007246_orig.jpg?crop=951,951,x0,y136&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597880007721","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4007246"},{"teacherId":4007246,"projectId":9467346,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Science in Action: Empowering Young Minds project! Your generosity brought hands-on science to life in our classroom, giving students the opportunity to explore, experiment, and truly engage with the scientific method. The new resources have transformed our science lessons into exciting, inquiry-based experiences that spark curiosity and deepen understanding.\r\nOne of the most memorable moments was when students first saw the materials—Their eyes lit up with excitement, and they couldn't wait to dive in. We recently completed a unit on ecosystems, where students used the materials to build mini terrariums and observe plant growth over time. This hands-on approach helped them connect classroom concepts to real-world applications, and their enthusiasm for science has grown tremendously.","fullyFundedDate":1755700420750,"projectUrl":"project/science-in-action-empowering-young-mind/9467346/","projectTitle":"Science in Action: Empowering Young Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lopez-Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4007246_orig.jpg?crop=951,951,x0,y136&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597880007721","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4007246"},{"teacherId":9157122,"projectId":9644271,"letterContent":"Our \"Soil to Grow, Minds to Glow\" project has completely transformed our outdoor classroom. Thanks to your generous donations, students now have hands-on access to sustainable gardening tools and materials that make learning come alive. They've planted herbs, vegetables, and pollinator plants that support our school's Global Farm program, where science, sustainability, and compassion intersect. Every day, students nurture crops, track growth data, and care for our animals, gaining real-world skills and a deeper appreciation for nature. Your support has turned curiosity into confidence and our garden into a thriving learning lab.","fullyFundedDate":1758836911002,"projectUrl":"project/soil-to-grow-minds-to-glow/9644271/","projectTitle":"Soil to Grow, Minds to Glow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Armada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9157122"},{"teacherId":2070247,"projectId":8126686,"letterContent":"We love our circuit machine! We are really able to make so many cool things. From shirts, to bows to sweatshirts, you name it we make it. It allows us to create items that promote school community and unity. We really appreciate all of the support and generosity we have received. The students were so thrilled! They were able to create such amazing things. They were so excited when they received the items they requested. Being able to provide them with this is truly amazing and just so exciting. YOU ARE APPRECIATED","fullyFundedDate":1704746293992,"projectUrl":"project/cricut-needs/8126686/","projectTitle":"Cricut Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gomberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2070247_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541168135696","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-balladares"},{"teacherId":9157122,"projectId":9528405,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our \"Growing Global Citizens: Our School Garden & Farm Project\" has truly come to life. My students were overjoyed when they first saw the new resources, and their excitement quickly turned into curiosity and engagement. Many of them immediately began brainstorming ways to care for the plants, improve the garden beds, and help with the animals.\r\n\r\nThe materials you provided have transformed our classroom lessons into hands-on experiences. Instead of only reading about sustainability and ecosystems, students now get to plant seeds, care for living creatures, and see the results of their teamwork in real time. This has sparked lively discussions, journal reflections, and even student-led problem solving as they work together to keep our garden thriving.\r\n\r\nThe next step for our class is to expand the garden into a true outdoor learning lab. Students are already planning new crops, designing compost systems, and thinking about how to share what they've learned with the wider school community. Your kindness has made all of this possible, and we are deeply grateful for your role in empowering these future global citizens.","fullyFundedDate":1755720157815,"projectUrl":"project/growing-global-citizens-our-school-gard/9528405/","projectTitle":"Growing Global Citizens: Our School Garden & Farm Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Armada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9157122"},{"teacherId":1031883,"projectId":9111158,"letterContent":"Our National Junior Art Honor Society students were thrilled when the button maker arrived! Right away, they began talking about all the designs they want to create and how they can use it to share their art with others. They are excited by the idea of turning their artwork into something tangible and wearable, and they can't wait for their first opportunity to make buttons together. Just having the button maker has sparked so much anticipation and motivation among the group.\r\n\r\nThis resource will play a big role in our chapter's future. The button maker will not only give students the chance to showcase their creativity, but it will also become a fun and meaningful way to raise funds for our activities and events. Knowing that their artwork can help support their chapter inspires them to take ownership and leadership in planning projects. We are so grateful for your generosity in giving our students this opportunity to connect their art with the school community in such a creative way.","fullyFundedDate":1746563528291,"projectUrl":"project/button-up-creativity-fundraising-throug/9111158/","projectTitle":"Button Up Creativity: Fundraising Through Student-Designed Pins","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fernandez-Castillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1031883_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y285&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649965914973","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nfernandez-castillo"},{"teacherId":5640493,"projectId":9474937,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our\"J-Shop\"! Thanks to your generosity, my students are able to receive tangible rewards for their positive behavior. It's so wonderful to watch them \"compete\" to answer questions in class or be part of a doscussion. Those students who are more shy are so thrilled when they receive a raffle ticket for doing something kind like picking up trash that other students simply walked past or helping to welcome a new student to class. Our class culture is one where we expect but also celebrate citizenship, participation and positive behavior which can sometimes be challenging in middle school. It was also very special to explain how a community of people- including those who have never met them are rooting for their success. So on behalf of my students- thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1755726631687,"projectUrl":"project/hunger-for-kindness/9474937/","projectTitle":"Hunger for Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Justiniano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5640493_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1551838751902","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-justiniano"},{"teacherId":2070247,"projectId":9030818,"letterContent":"Our students were over the moon when we received all of these snacks. We were able to have an amazing event for all 500 forensics students. I can not thank you enough. Having donors like you make all the difference in the world! Thank you so very much the students were beyond thrilled! . Being able to provide them with this is truly amazing and just so exciting. To see them with the items they need and want is absolutely the greatest thing to watch. The impact of having community support is undeniable. Having snacks accessable makes more of a difference than most would think. Teenagers are always hungry. Not only do these snacks serve as an incentive., they are also needed by many on a daily basis.\r\n\r\nWe would not be able to make these projects come to life without the generosity of donors like you! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1746473664490,"projectUrl":"project/testing-days/9030818/","projectTitle":"Testing Days","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gomberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2070247_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541168135696","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-balladares"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_42269","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":337,"numTeachers":60,"percentFrplEligible":44,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":85,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"5.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":70.3,"schoolId":42269,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Arvida Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Arvida Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/miami-dade-county-public-schools/arvida-middle-school/42269"}