{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Feagin Mill Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":34.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3693616,"projectId":9753499,"letterContent":"This project has made an immediate difference in our band program by providing students with the tools they need to grow as confident, capable musicians. With updated equipment and essential supplies, my students are able to practice with more consistency and take ownership of their learning in ways that simply weren't possible before. These materials have improved the quality of our daily rehearsals and removed barriers for several students who previously struggled due to lack of access. The new resources have helped our young musicians produce a more refined sound, develop stronger technique, and feel proud of their progress. Your generosity has truly elevated our classroom experience and given our students the opportunity to succeed at a higher level. We are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1758837704602,"projectUrl":"project/equipping-young-musicians-with-the-tools/9753499/","projectTitle":"Equipping Young Musicians With the Tools to Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. English","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3693616_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469392794743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/t-english"},{"teacherId":3693616,"projectId":9402777,"letterContent":"The technology and reed supplies from this project have made an immediate and meaningful difference in our band classroom. Our students now have access to reliable tuners and tools that help them practice with accuracy and independence, allowing them to hear and correct their own intonation in real time. The new reeds have ensured that our clarinet and saxophone players can produce a clear, warm tone without struggling against worn-out or inconsistent equipment. These resources have elevated our daily rehearsals and given students the confidence that comes from having what they need to succeed. Your generosity has strengthened our entire ensemble and created more consistent, joyful music-making for our students. We are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1749553050600,"projectUrl":"project/tune-me-up-with-technology-and-reeds/9402777/","projectTitle":"Tune Me Up With Technology (and Reeds)","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. English","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3693616_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469392794743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/t-english"},{"teacherId":3693616,"projectId":8291142,"letterContent":"The new cymbals have already made a tremendous difference in our band program. Our percussionists now have instruments that respond with clarity, warmth, and projection, allowing them to develop proper technique and feel confident in rehearsal and performance. Before this project, students were sharing aging equipment that limited both sound quality and their ability to practice independently. Now, our young musicians can explore a full range of expressive playing and take pride in producing a professional sound. These cymbals have elevated the overall ensemble tone and broadened the musical opportunities I can offer my students. Your generosity has directly enriched their daily learning experience, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1711584067014,"projectUrl":"project/cymbals-for-success/8291142/","projectTitle":"Cymbals for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. English","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3693616_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469392794743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/t-english"},{"teacherId":3693616,"projectId":8290854,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our Snare Drums Don't Run on Batteries! project. The new drumheads and accessories you provided have already transformed our percussionists' experience. Before this project, many of our snares were worn down and difficult for students to play with proper technique. The moment we installed the new heads, the difference in sound quality was immediate—crisp articulation, clearer tone, and far more consistent response. My percussion students were thrilled, and several said it felt like they were playing on \"real instruments\" for the first time this year.\r\n\r\nThese upgraded materials have allowed us to rehearse more effectively and teach more accurately. Students can now hear and feel the impact of their technique, which has improved their confidence and precision in both individual practice and ensemble rehearsals. As we prepare for concerts, LGPE, and various audition opportunities, having dependable snare drums makes all the difference in their growth and success.\r\n\r\nYour generosity directly strengthened the foundation of our percussion section and gave our students tools that elevate every rehearsal. Thank you for investing in their musicianship and for helping them sound—and feel—their best.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMr. Trey English\r\nDirector of Bands, Feagin Mill Middle School","fullyFundedDate":1711584067248,"projectUrl":"project/snare-drums-dont-run-on-batteries/8290854/","projectTitle":"Snare Drums Don't Run On Batteries!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. English","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3693616_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469392794743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/t-english"},{"teacherId":3693616,"projectId":8289283,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our Reeds and Balloons! project. Your generosity brought both essential supplies and a sense of excitement into our band room. The reeds immediately made a difference—students were thrilled to open the boxes and finally have dependable materials that allowed them to produce a clearer, fuller sound. Several students commented that they could hear an improvement right away, which boosted their confidence during warm-ups and rehearsals.\r\n\r\nThe \"balloons\" portion of the project was just as impactful. We use these in a series of breathing and embouchure-building exercises that help young musicians develop air control, stamina, and support. When students first saw them, they were curious—but after trying the exercises, they couldn't believe how much easier playing felt. It has quickly become one of their favorite parts of class, and the benefits show in their tone and phrasing.\r\n\r\nYour support gave our students resources that strengthen both foundational skills and overall musicianship. Because of you, they are better prepared for concerts, auditions, and daily rehearsal growth. Thank you for investing in their success and helping them discover what they're capable of.\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,\r\nMr. Trey English\r\nDirector of Bands, Feagin Mill Middle School","fullyFundedDate":1711584067478,"projectUrl":"project/reeds-and-balloons/8289283/","projectTitle":"Reeds and Balloons!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. English","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3693616_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469392794743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/t-english"},{"teacherId":3693616,"projectId":7537262,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our band through the Terrific Tuning and Timing project. The new tuners and metronomes you provided have already transformed the way our students rehearse and understand music. The very first day we used them, students were amazed to see their pitch and timing displayed so clearly—they instantly understood how small adjustments could make a big difference. One student said, \"This makes me feel like a real musician,\" and that sense of ownership and pride has spread quickly across our ensembles.\r\n\r\nWe now incorporate these tools into daily warm-ups, sectionals, and individual pass-off assessments. Students who once struggled with staying in tune or keeping steady tempo are improving rapidly because they can monitor their progress in real time. Our ensemble sound has already tightened, and the clarity in rehearsal has helped students feel more confident heading into concert preparation, District Honor Band auditions, and LGPE season.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just supply equipment; it gave our young musicians the chance to develop essential skills that will support their musical growth for years to come. Thank you for believing in their potential and helping them reach new levels of excellence.\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,\r\nMr. Trey English\r\nDirector of Bands, Feagin Mill Middle School","fullyFundedDate":1700405298178,"projectUrl":"project/terrific-tuning-and-timing/7537262/","projectTitle":"Terrific Tuning and Timing","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. English","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3693616_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469392794743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/t-english"},{"teacherId":3693616,"projectId":6808170,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for bringing new life—quite literally—into our band room through your generous donation of reeds and a brand-new tuba. These resources have already made a tremendous difference. The day they arrived, my students crowded around the boxes with the kind of excitement most people reserve for birthdays or holidays. Our reed players immediately noticed the improvement in tone and consistency, and several students commented that it was the first time they felt fully in control of their sound. That confidence alone is transformative for young musicians.\r\n\r\nAnd the tuba—what an impact. Our program has grown so quickly that we simply didn't have enough large instruments to meet the needs of our ensemble. Seeing our new tuba for the first time, one of my eighth-grade students quietly said, \"I finally have an instrument I can call my own.\" Since then, he has practiced more, played with greater pride, and taken on a leadership role within his section. Your support didn't just provide equipment—it opened a door for a student who truly needed that opportunity.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students are better prepared for upcoming concerts, district auditions, and our LGPE performances. You've helped them sound better, feel better, and believe in their potential. Thank you for investing in their music, their growth, and their joy.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMr. Trey English\r\nDirector of Bands, Feagin Mill Middle School","fullyFundedDate":1666842946344,"projectUrl":"project/reeds-and-a-tuba/6808170/","projectTitle":"Reeds and a Tuba?","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. English","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3693616_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469392794743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/t-english"},{"teacherId":3693616,"projectId":6257020,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our band students are finally able to practice and perform with the high-quality reeds they deserve. In a middle school program as large and fast-growing as ours, reliable reeds aren't just supplies—they're the foundation of good tone, confidence, and musical growth. The very first day we opened the boxes, my clarinet and saxophone players lit up. Several students said, \"We sound so much better already!\" and immediately began comparing how much fuller and more stable their tone felt.\r\n\r\nWe have already incorporated these reeds into daily warm-ups, ensemble rehearsals, and individual pass-off assessments. Students who used to struggle with squeaks, airy tone, or inconsistent sound are suddenly performing with clarity and pride. One sixth grader commented that this was the first time they felt \"like a real musician.\" Moments like that are only possible because of your support.\r\n\r\nYour contribution gave my students not just materials, but momentum. With reliable reeds, we can now prepare for District Honor Band auditions, LGPE, and our winter concert cycle with confidence and consistency. Thank you for believing in our young musicians and helping them take the next step in their musical journey. Your kindness is heard in every rehearsal and every harmony they create.\r\n\r\nWith deep gratitude,\r\nMr. Trey English\r\nDirector of Bands, Feagin Mill Middle School","fullyFundedDate":1646696000919,"projectUrl":"project/good-reeds-make-good-harmonies/6257020/","projectTitle":"Good Reeds Make Good Harmonies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. English","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3693616_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469392794743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/t-english"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_63561","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":975,"numTeachers":55,"percentFrplEligible":52,"percentAsian":9,"percentBlack":36,"percentWhite":38,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":7,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"17.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":66.0,"schoolId":63561,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Feagin Mill Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Feagin Mill Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/houston-county-school-district/feagin-mill-middle-school/63561"}