{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Washington Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":58.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4258672,"projectId":9772255,"letterContent":"My students first want me to thank you for the snacks. They do work so hard so they are so deserving of a break once in a while. My students also feel so \"professional\" to offer a green room type of opportunity for their interviewees to get a chance to get ready with snacks and drinks. \r\nWith the help of this Donors Choose project, we added to our microphones equipment. We finally a fancy smartphone microphone which my students just LOVE! It's so cool, as they would say. We also added a wired RODE microphone which is a top of the line brand and we are happy to report that it works super good and clear!\r\nTo expand our professionalism, we also now have a steamer! No more wrinkled backdrops and clothing! That makes a big difference when you are dealing with middle schoolers who pull stuff out of their backpacks all wrinkled!\r\nThank you again for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1759331773102,"projectUrl":"project/green-room-specialities/9772255/","projectTitle":"Green Room Specialities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clanin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4258672_orig.jpg?crop=1988,1988,x180,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628072232977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsclanin"},{"teacherId":4258672,"projectId":10067284,"letterContent":"My students first want me to thank you for the snacks. They do work so hard so they are so deserving of a break once in a while. My students also feel so \"professional\" to offer a green room type of opportunity for their interviewees to get a chance to get ready with snacks and drinks. \r\nTruthfully, the new Insta camera has been so cool for us to have. We get to see new angles and points of view. They even were able to use the camera for a track meet! We got to see the point of view from a runner!\r\nAmong other things, the lavalier microphones and the new adapters have been super helpful. We have a few old wired microphones that my students hated using. Now, we have newer ones that are a bit \"cooler\" so they have enjoyed using those for interviews. As for the adapters, we are always in need of more of those to upload our footage for post-production work. \r\nThank you again for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1771459423705,"projectUrl":"project/expanding-our-perspective-sound-capabi/10067284/","projectTitle":"Expanding Our Perspective & Sound Capabilities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clanin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4258672_orig.jpg?crop=1988,1988,x180,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628072232977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsclanin"},{"teacherId":7662450,"projectId":10067542,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Full-Stream Ahead: Integrating Audio Tech & Engineering\"! Your investment in our classroom has provided vital tools that bridge digital technology and tactile engineering.\r\n\r\n My students are a vibrant group of natural-born problem solvers. They are utilizing these new resources to discover that STEM and Art (STEAM) are not separate worlds, but rather two halves of the same creative process by combining \"high-tech\" tools with \"low-tech\" craft supplies. Here is how the materials are being used in our classroom:\r\n\r\n TONOR Microphones & micro:bit Guides: Students use the TONOR podcast microphones to master communication and literacy through animation voiceovers and adding voice to their VR animation projects. Also, the micro:bit gear and user guides introduce them directly to computational thinking and logic.\r\n\r\n Cardboard Sheets & EVA Foam: Serving as the \"bones\" of our inventions, students use the corrugated cardboard sheets and multi-colored EVA foam sheets to engage in rapid prototyping in their microbit projects.\r\n\r\n Art Supplies (Scissors, Glue, Origami Paper): These materials act as the essential \"connectors\" in our classroom. Utilizing high-quality multipurpose scissors, Elmer's washable glue sticks, and Sax origami paper ensures no student's project is sidelined by a lack of basic supplies.\r\n\r\n When encountering these resources, the students instantly channeled their incredible \"maker spirit\"—that internal spark of curiosity that drives them to ask, \"How does this work?\" and \"Can I make it better?\". Though they come from diverse backgrounds with varying previous access to technology, they all share a relentless drive to share their voices and see their ideas take physical shape using these new materials. \r\n\r\n With these tools now fully integrated into our daily routine, our next steps focus on deeper execution and technical development:\r\nStructural Engineering: Students will continue using the craft foam and cardboard sheets to actively develop their spatial reasoning and structural engineering skills.\r\nPhysical Prototyping: They will take their abstract digital coding concepts and physically construct them into wearable or moveable tangible objects.\r\nVoice and Artistic Expression: Students will continue expanding their literacy skills by capturing oral reports through the TONOR microphones, while using art supplies to add fine motor development and artistic expression so their technical projects feel personal and polished.\r\n\r\n Thank you for giving our students the resources to see their ideas take physical shape!","fullyFundedDate":1771686549708,"projectUrl":"project/full-stream-ahead-integrating-audio-tec/10067542/","projectTitle":"Full-Stream Ahead: Integrating Audio Tech & Engineering","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7662450"},{"teacherId":7929576,"projectId":10103550,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation of surge protectors outlets and toaster ovens to help my students who are second language learners. These resources allow all of my students to engage learning with hands-on activities so they can understand abstract concepts easier. \r\n\r\nThe outlets allow more students access to Snap Circuit electronic kits so they have electricity for easy access for multiple teams of students to complete their projects. The toaster ovens allow my English Language learners to see actual modeling of the rock cycle by melting crayons to mimic rock changes within Earth's crust, then hardening after the heating process. \r\n\r\nYour donation help make learning fun and accessible for my students who already struggle with learning a second language. Thank you very much!","fullyFundedDate":1771645325910,"projectUrl":"project/all-hands-on-deck-for-english-language/10103550/","projectTitle":"All \"Hands-On\" Deck for English Language Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sukekane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7929576"},{"teacherId":8648432,"projectId":10104106,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of our secured storage locker. Although it is not an item that directly impacts our students, the locker helps to ensure that our chromebooks that are a tremendous benefit to student learning are kept safe. My students and I have the peace of mind that this valuable equipment is secure and will continue to be available to enhance their learning.\r\n\r\n An added benefit of the storage locker is it has freed up space on a table where they were formerly kept. It has improved the aesthetics of our class to help it look more organized and make the area less cluttered. The unsightly tangle of wires has also been eliminated as the wires & chromebooks are all neatly stored away.\r\n\r\n On behalf of my students and myself, we thank you again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1771563140370,"projectUrl":"project/secure-our-future/10104106/","projectTitle":"Secure Our Future","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tamabayashi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8648432"},{"teacherId":8819306,"projectId":9022815,"letterContent":"Our Lunar New Year celebration was a huge success, and it's all thanks to your support. Walking into a classroom filled with red lanterns and traditional decorations completely changed the energy for my students. For many of them, this was their first time experiencing these traditions firsthand. The red envelopes and traditional snacks weren't just treats; they were \"conversation starters\" that got everyone excited to learn and share.\r\n\r\nThe hands-on activities, like making paper lanterns and paper cutting, were the highlight of the week. These crafts gave my English Learners a comfortable way to practice new vocabulary and follow directions while creating something they were proud of. It was amazing to see students who are usually quiet during lessons suddenly leading their groups, showing their classmates how to fold paper or explaining the symbolism behind the \"Year of the Horse\" decorations.\r\n\r\nThis project did exactly what I hoped: it made every student feel like they belong in our diverse community. Seeing the pride on their faces as they took their crafts home to show their families was priceless. You didn't just provide craft supplies and snacks; you gave these kids a memory they'll hold onto and a boost of confidence in their own cultural awareness. Thank you for making our classroom a brighter, more inclusive place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1736155093850,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-chinese-lunar-new-year-a-cu/9022815/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Chinese Lunar New Year: A Cultural Experience for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8819306"},{"teacherId":8819306,"projectId":8933891,"letterContent":"Honestly, WIDA testing is a grind. It's days and days of these kids proving they can read, write, and speak in a second language, and it can be really draining. Our WIDA Family Night was our chance to flip the script and actually celebrate that hard work.\r\n\r\nTo a donor, a \"goodie bag\" might just look like snacks and toys, but to my students, it was a huge deal. It was a physical \"job well done.\" Having the crisp audio from our new speaker to play music and the medals to hand out turned a school meeting into a real party. It showed our families that we don't just see their kids as \"English Learners\", we see them as stars who are hitting major milestones.\r\n\r\nThe highlight was definitely the awards ceremony. You should've seen the kids' faces when they got their trophies and medals. For these students, especially those who just moved here and are still finding their footing, being called up in front of their parents to get a trophy was everything. They weren't just \"passing a test\"; they were being honored. And the goodie bags? Total win. Seeing them dig through for the beef jerky and fidget toys while laughing with their friends made the whole classroom feel like a community.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for making this happen. You didn't just buy snacks; you helped these families feel proud and helped these kids feel like they truly belong here.","fullyFundedDate":1734129616275,"projectUrl":"project/celebrate-our-el-students-success-ach/8933891/","projectTitle":"Celebrate Our El Students' Success & Achievement","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8819306"},{"teacherId":8819306,"projectId":8883287,"letterContent":"Most people use speakers and extra monitors for gaming or movies at home, but in our class, they are literal lifesavers for getting through our lessons. Since a lot of us are still getting used to English, the new classroom speaker makes a huge difference. Before, it was hard to catch every word in the videos we watched, but now the audio is super clear, and we can actually follow along with the pronunciations.\r\n\r\nHonestly, we were all pretty hyped when the portable monitor arrived. It makes our workspace feel like a real office or a college lab. It's not just about having \"more screen\", it's about not having to huddle so close together that we can't see. We can actually sit as a team, point things out on the big display, and work together without getting frustrated.\r\n\r\nI've noticed that some of the quieter students, the ones who usually just watch while others type, are actually getting involved now. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping us out. It really means a lot for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1729379291648,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-el-students-with-essential-cl/8883287/","projectTitle":"Supporting EL Students With Essential Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8819306"},{"teacherId":7932498,"projectId":9777570,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My orchestra students were very excited to have new strings for their instruments! Having new strings to change out old strings on instruments, and having back-up strings in case strings break is a real relief. I also have my students practice changing strings to help them be more independent, so having strings for them to use is really helpful!\r\n\r\nMy piano students were also very excited to see that they got new headphones! Their old headphones were starting to fall apart and many of them only had one side working, so they were very happy to get new ones! Piano students often learn their music at different paces, so having a set of good headphones for each of them to use allows them to hear themselves clearly while they practice individually.","fullyFundedDate":1765238000443,"projectUrl":"project/tuning-up-for-fall-costumes-concerts-/9777570/","projectTitle":"Tuning Up for Fall: Costumes, Concerts & Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maeshiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7932498_orig.jpg?crop=1268,1268,x896,y684&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691363492633","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932498"},{"teacherId":7932498,"projectId":9535020,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My students and I have greatly benefitted from the supplies you have funded! I have not had ink for the printer in my classroom for over a year, so having a working printer in my classroom has really been convenient. Also, I use my whiteboard a lot while teaching, so having new markers and different colors has really helped my students. I color code a lot of things and have students come up to do work on the whiteboard, so not having to worry about having enough working dry-erase markers has been a relief. \r\n\r\nAlso, many students were getting sick a few months ago, but the sanitizing supplies helped keep our classroom clean and help students feel safe using shared supplies. Even basic supplies like a paper towel holder come in handy to keep a classroom clean and tidy. Accidents can happen, but having cleaning supplies ready to go allows us to keep our classroom clean!","fullyFundedDate":1760693612804,"projectUrl":"project/prepared-and-protected-essentials-for-l/9535020/","projectTitle":"Prepared and Protected: Essentials for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maeshiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7932498_orig.jpg?crop=1268,1268,x896,y684&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691363492633","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7932498"},{"teacherId":7662450,"projectId":9774889,"letterContent":"My students' infectious curiosity has found a new home in our organized \"Innovation Hub,\" and it is all thanks to you. We are currently using the organizing table, storage bins, and rolling cart to manage a classroom that finally feels like a professional engineering lab. A standout moment occurred last week during our \"Light Up the Room\" challenge. Students used the mobile whiteboard and magnets to map out their logic gates before diving into the hardware. It was incredible to watch a group of students successfully use the alligator clips, battery holder packs, and AAA batteries to power a circuit they had designed. With the new computer mice, they were able to pivot to their screens with the precision needed to refine their 3D models, which are now being brought to life with our vibrant new 3D printer filament.\r\n\r\nThe day the materials arrived felt like a celebration of their potential. My students were absolutely buzzing with excitement—especially when they saw that the project cared for the \"whole child.\" While one group was mesmerized by the 3D filament spooling into a physical object, another was thrilled to see the soccer and volleyballs. One student perfectly captured the mood, saying, \"It feels like someone really wants us to be real inventors!\" The new equipment hasn't just provided tools; it has fostered a deep sense of responsibility. They take immense pride in \"resetting\" the storage bins and rolling cart at the end of the day, proving that when you treat students like professionals, they rise to the occasion.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has bridged the gap between imagination and reality, allowing my students to see that engineering is not just a subject in a book, but a collaborative, physical, and deeply creative way to interact with the world.","fullyFundedDate":1759424469959,"projectUrl":"project/organize-to-create-a-place-for-every-id/9774889/","projectTitle":"Organize to Create: A Place for Every Idea","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7662450"},{"teacherId":7662450,"projectId":7888766,"letterContent":"Your support has turned our classroom into a laboratory of hands-on innovation. By providing the essential sewing cabinets, needles, and fabric you have empowered my students to see themselves as both artists and engineers. This project has proven that STEM isn't just about screens—it's about the tangible application of math and science in the world around us.\r\n\r\nHow We Are Using These Resources\r\nMy students are currently working on a \"Smart Design\" challenge. In a recent classroom moment, I watched a group of students use the sewing cabinets to measure and cut fabric for a prototype, while another student sat at the monitor coding a sequence of lights that would eventually be integrated into the textile.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe \"First Look\" Reaction\r\nWhen the boxes first arrived, the classroom felt like a holiday morning! The reaction was a mix of awe and immediate curiosity. One student, seeing the sewing cabinets and fabric, said, \"I didn't know we could actually make real things in science class.\" Another student was mesmerized by the vibrant colors of the fabric, realizing their design were finally going to become physical objects they could hold. The sense of professional-grade equipment gave them a newfound \"maker\" identity and a serious boost in confidence.\r\n\r\nOur Next Steps\r\nOur journey is just beginning! The next step for my students is the \"Science & Art Showcase.\" * The Designers: They will finish their sewn projects, incorporating 3D-printed elements and coded components.\r\n\r\nBy bridging the gap between a needle and a line of code, you have helped my students understand that technology is a tool for expression, and engineering is a way to bring their wildest dreams to life.","fullyFundedDate":1701090652272,"projectUrl":"project/engineering-and-designing-a-guide-to-s/7888766/","projectTitle":"Engineering and Designing: A Guide To STEM Stitching and Beyond","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7662450"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50878","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":578,"numTeachers":55,"percentFrplEligible":56,"percentAsian":34,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":12,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":32,"percentMultiracialImputed":15,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"10.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":42.0,"schoolId":50878,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Washington Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Washington Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/honolulu-school-district/washington-middle-school/50878"}