{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Howard D McMillan Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":37.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9695649,"projectId":10085858,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and our future vet techs. Because of you, my students are able to care for animals in a way that feels meaningful and real to them. We have been using the new monitor as a live update area where students log their clinical hours, share daily notes, and keep track of animal care responsibilities. It has quickly become a central part of our classroom routine and helps students stay involved and proud of the work they are doing.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students gathered around, asked questions, and could not wait to start using the tools. They have been practicing wellness checks, monitoring animal health, and learning how to properly care for the animals in our classroom. I have seen students grow more confident each day as they take responsibility and work together. Many of them talk about how much this reminds them of what they hope to do in the future.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue building their skills by caring for the animals more independently and tracking their progress using the monitor. These resources are helping them understand the responsibility and compassion that come with animal care while also preparing them for future classes and careers. Your kindness has made a lasting difference for my students, and I am truly grateful for the impact you have had on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1772387659899,"projectUrl":"project/future-vet-techs-clinical-skills-and-ca/10085858/","projectTitle":"Future Vet Techs: Clinical Skills and Career Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. LeBron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9695649_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757503164683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9695649"},{"teacherId":10004987,"projectId":9978252,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom. All students in our building are always welcome to stop by the dance room and take any hygiene products they may need at any time during the school day. Middle schoolers are still learning to manage their schedules, and sometimes the supplies they need aren't always in their backpacks.\r\nBandages, in particular, are a daily necessity in the dance room. Between broken nails, minor floor burns, blisters, and other small injuries, we go through a large number of bandages each day. \r\nCopy paper is used daily especially for showcase preparations of tickets and programs. \r\nWe are truly grateful for your support of our classroom. We're especially thankful that these supplies will continue to be used this year. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768844655178,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-hygiene-happy-humans/9978252/","projectTitle":"Healthy Hygiene, Happy Humans","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Christie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10004987"},{"teacherId":1930026,"projectId":10156131,"letterContent":"Your support for \"Food for Thought – Exploring STEM Careers!!\" has brought something truly special to our classroom. After a long school day, our students walk into tutoring carrying a mix of curiosity, fatigue, and sometimes hunger. Because of you, they're now welcomed with snacks that help them recharge and feel comfortable enough to jump into learning. That simple moment of being able to eat, relax, and then refocus makes a huge difference in how they show up—more حاضر, more engaged, and more ready to explore big ideas.\r\n\r\nAt our Title 1 school, where students come from a wide range of cultural and personal backgrounds, your generosity helps level the playing field. When basic needs are met, students can fully participate in conversations about STEM careers—whether it's medicine, engineering, environmental science, or technology. These snacks are helping remove barriers so every student, regardless of background, can see themselves in these future pathways and feel like they belong in those spaces.","fullyFundedDate":1773613852431,"projectUrl":"project/food-for-thought-exploring-stem-career/10156131/","projectTitle":"\"Food for Thought- Exploring STEM Careers!!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Porzio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1930026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1496796330486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-amyporzio"},{"teacherId":1930026,"projectId":10096505,"letterContent":"Your generosity has created something truly meaningful in our classroom. \"Snack, Study, Shine! Fueling Science Success & Life Skills\" is more than a project—it is a moment each day where students feel cared for, seen, and ready to learn. As the school day stretches into after-school tutoring, many of our students arrive carrying more than just their backpacks. With your support, they now have access to snacks that provide comfort and stability, allowing them to settle in, refocus, and fully engage in their learning without distraction.\r\n\r\nIn a Title 1 school serving a beautifully diverse population of learners, small gestures carry profound impact. These snacks are not just food—they are a signal to students that their needs matter. When students are nourished, they are more willing to participate, collaborate, and take academic risks. We are already seeing increased focus during tutoring sessions, more thoughtful questions, and a willingness to persist through challenging science concepts. This shift is helping students build both confidence and independence in their academic journeys.","fullyFundedDate":1773145025407,"projectUrl":"project/snack-study-shine-fueling-science-suc/10096505/","projectTitle":"Snack, Study, Shine! Fueling Science Success & Life Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Porzio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1930026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1496796330486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-amyporzio"},{"teacherId":1930026,"projectId":10089435,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity in supporting Future Ready: Unlocking College and Career Dreams Through Biology, my students now have access to Biology Terminology Reference Guides that have completely changed the way they approach learning. Vocabulary is often one of the biggest barriers to success on the Florida Biology EOC, and these guides have given students a clear, organized, and student-friendly way to break down complex terms. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by academic language, they are now confidently using words like \"homeostasis,\" \"diffusion,\" and \"allele\" in class discussions, labs, and written responses. I have seen a noticeable increase in participation, stronger constructed responses, and improved performance on practice EOC-style questions. Most importantly, students who once doubted their ability in science are beginning to see themselves as capable and college-ready learners.","fullyFundedDate":1771425291676,"projectUrl":"project/future-ready-unlocking-college-and-care/10089435/","projectTitle":"Future Ready: Unlocking College and Career Dreams Through Biology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Porzio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1930026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1496796330486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-amyporzio"},{"teacherId":3747533,"projectId":9779825,"letterContent":"Our team is absolutely buzzing with excitement thanks to your generosity! Since the new cheer shoes arrived, we've been able to move from basic floor work to executing our first full-squad stunt progressions. Having a complete set of properly fitted shoes has been a total game-changer for our \"flyers\" and \"bases\" alike. It made the biggest difference for being able to perform in our Winter Showcase.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes first arrived, the reaction was pure joy. The students were huddled around the boxes, eager to find their perfect fit. One of my captains mentioned that putting on the new shoes made the team feel more unified and professional, which has already translated into a more disciplined and focused practice environment.","fullyFundedDate":1763638323741,"projectUrl":"project/cheering-our-way-to-new-team-shoes/9779825/","projectTitle":"Cheering Our Way to New Team Shoes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Adamson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3747533_orig.jpg?crop=857,857,x141,y53&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733165182119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katelyneadamson"},{"teacherId":9695649,"projectId":10082574,"letterContent":"The arrival of these new resources has sparked a noticeable shift in my classroom. My middle schoolers were incredibly excited to see the new equipment, and their reaction was one of immediate professional pride. Having high-quality tools in the room has changed the environment from a standard classroom to a space that feels like a stepping stone to their future careers.\r\n\r\nWe are currently putting these resources to work as my eighth graders prepare their portfolios for high school magnet applications. The portable monitor has been a game-changer for collaboration, allowing students to share their screens and exchange ideas on a larger, more accessible display. Instead of working in isolation, they are now gathered around the monitor to peer-edit their work and brainstorm ways to present their best selves to recruiters. Additionally, the charging station has become a vital hub in our room, ensuring that every student's device is powered up and ready so they never lose a moment of progress on their digital applications.\r\n\r\nThe cleaning and hygiene supplies have also played a quiet but essential role in our daily routine. By maintaining a clean and responsible workspace, the students are practicing the professional habits required in any medical or office setting. Our next step is to finalize these portfolios for submission. Your generosity has provided the structural support my students need to stay organized and focused as they take this first major step toward their high school and college goals.","fullyFundedDate":1770437532168,"projectUrl":"project/organizing-future-vet-techs-for-career-r/10082574/","projectTitle":"Organizing Future Vet Techs for Career Readiness and Professional Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. LeBron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9695649_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757503164683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9695649"},{"teacherId":9695649,"projectId":10081454,"letterContent":"The impact of your generosity was felt the moment the new equipment arrived. My 6th through 8th graders were absolutely buzzing with excitement, but the most rewarding reaction came from the animals themselves. Since setting up the New Age Pet ECOFLEX Habitat with the new climbing vines and reptile hammocks, the students have noticed a major improvement in our animals' happiness and activity levels. Seeing the animals thrive in a professional-grade environment has given the students a immense sense of pride and a real-world understanding of how proper husbandry directly affects animal welfare.\r\n\r\nA major highlight for our class was when a local veterinarian visited our Animal Care Club and Veterinary Science classroom. She was genuinely surprised and impressed by the improvements the students made and the depth of the research they completed to set up the station. She loved seeing them use the fuzion digital scales for precise health monitoring and the digital thermostats and mechanical timers to ensure the environments are perfectly regulated. Having a professional validate their hard work was a powerful moment. The students take great care to maintain these standards, using the Method cleaner and new broom sets to keep the \"clinic\" sterile and professional.\r\n\r\nNow that our station is fully operational, our next step is to finalize our \"Clinical Patient Files.\" Students have used the poster boards and correction tape to create individual care sheets and files for each of the animals we care for. They are practicing real-world routines by documenting daily measurements with scientific accuracy and ensuring all equipment is secured with heavy-duty zip ties and bungee cords for safety. Your support is not just providing materials. It is giving my middle schoolers a head start on the discipline and attention to detail they will need for any STEM or medical career.","fullyFundedDate":1770437532446,"projectUrl":"project/coaching-future-vet-professionals-throug/10081454/","projectTitle":"Coaching Future Vet Professionals Through Habitat Care and Lab Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. LeBron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9695649_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757503164683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9695649"},{"teacherId":9695649,"projectId":10080336,"letterContent":"The transformation in our middle school classroom has been wonderful to witness. When the students first saw the new comfortable seating and the soft lighting of the Veterinary Career Coaching Corner, their faces lit up. One 7th grader immediately sat down and said, \"I feel like a real vet intern now!\" It has shifted the energy of the room from a standard classroom to a professional hub where they feel their career goals are truly respected and attainable.\r\n\r\nWe recently put the space to work for our \"Rearview and Crystal Ball\" presentations. Students used the new organization tools and printing supplies to look back at how much they've learned about animal anatomy (the Rearview) and then design a vision for their future medical careers (the Crystal Ball). One specific moment stood out: a student who usually struggles to stay focused spent an entire period in the corner, meticulously using the labels and poster boards to map out the specific college path she needs to take to become a large-animal surgeon. The quiet, supportive environment allowed her to focus on her \"Crystal Ball\" vision in a way she never had before.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to turn those visions into action. Now that their presentations are complete, students will begin building \"Mini-Portfolios\" using the new paper and ink. They'll be documenting their first \"clinical\" skills, like learning to read animal body language or basic first aid, and filing them away just like a professional veterinary technician would. Your support is helping these middle schoolers see a clear bridge between their love of animals today and a successful career tomorrow.","fullyFundedDate":1770170841942,"projectUrl":"project/mentoring-tomorrows-vet-techs-with-a-ca/10080336/","projectTitle":"Mentoring Tomorrow’s Vet Techs With a Career Prep Workspace","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. LeBron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9695649_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757503164683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9695649"},{"teacherId":6822027,"projectId":9485850,"letterContent":"My students were incredibly grateful and relieved to see these supplies arrive in our P.E. locker rooms. Middle school is a time of major transitions, and many of my students were self-conscious about returning to their next class after a heavy workout. When I introduced the Dove spray deodorants and the body wipes, you could tell there was relief about being able to use the wipes and deodorant to freshen up. They felt cared for and respected, knowing that their comfort and dignity were prioritized.\r\n\r\nInstead of rushing through their hygiene routine or feeling distracted by 'gym odor' in their following classes, students are now more confident and focused. The snacks have also been a game-changer; many of my students come from low-equity households and arrive at P.E. with low energy. Having a quick, healthy snack allows them to refuel and stay engaged. Furthermore, having a fully stocked first-aid kit on hand means minor scrapes are handled in seconds, keeping students safe and active on the field rather than in the nurse's office.\r\n\r\nOur P.E. class is feeling (and smelling) a bit more fresh thanks to all the support and donations. Students feel validated in their feelings, and feel less self-conscious to continue the day after an active, hot period of P.E. My students and I are greatly appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1767209479149,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-keep-students-so-fresh-and-so-cl/9485850/","projectTitle":"Help Me Keep Students So Fresh and So Clean Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Grimaldo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6822027_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661377080695","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6822027"},{"teacherId":1930026,"projectId":10019313,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart to every donor who supported \"Basically the Best Year Ever!\" 💛 Because of your generosity, my students now have access to the everyday essentials that truly make a difference—pens to keep learning moving, Kleenex and cleaning supplies to keep our classroom healthy, and a little candy to share moments of joy and connection. These may seem like small things, but to my students, they mean comfort, dignity, and the feeling that someone out there cares about them. \r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a welcoming, supportive classroom where students can focus, feel safe, and smile more often. You've made this year brighter in ways that will last far beyond the supplies themselves. Thank you for believing in my students and helping make this one of our best years yet! 🌟","fullyFundedDate":1768844655792,"projectUrl":"project/basically-the-best-year-ever/10019313/","projectTitle":"BASICally the Best Year Ever!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Porzio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1930026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1496796330486","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-amyporzio"},{"teacherId":9695649,"projectId":9809986,"letterContent":"Thank you for bringing order and professionalism to our budding veterinary clinic! Because of your generosity, our classroom has successfully transitioned from a \"mad scientist's lair\" into a streamlined, professional environment where 150 future scientists and veterinarians can truly thrive. Your support has provided more than just furniture and cords; you have provided the structure necessary for high-level, hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nThe most immediate impact has been seen in our new organizational systems. Many donors might see a file cabinet as a simple office staple, but in our classroom, it functions as the heartbeat of our \"clinic.\" Our students now use it to manage their patient charts, teaching them the critical professional skill of record-keeping. By treating their paperwork with the same respect a real veterinarian would, they are gaining a sense of responsibility and pride in their work. Several students who previously struggled with focus have completely \"warmed up\" to this new professional routine—they love the ritual of pulling their files and setting up their stations, which has significantly reduced transition time and increased their actual \"lab time.\"\r\n\r\nThe classroom caddies and heavy-duty extension cord have been total game-changers for our lab days. The students are most excited about the \"grab-and-go\" lab kits; they love the independence of grabbing a caddy and having everything they need right at their fingertips. This organization has turned what used to be a chaotic scramble for supplies into a smooth, efficient process. Furthermore, the new extension cord allows us to safely power our diagnostic equipment in the center of the room without the constant worry of a tripping hazard. 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