{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Richardson Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":28.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8891574,"projectId":9852864,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations. The impact of this project has greatly affected my students by providing incentives for good behavior. I have seen the difference it has made when they have a goal to reach. My students were grateful to have incentives, they felt, were worthwhile and useful. \r\n\r\nNormally my students are provided with options that are more school based. Sometimes working for pencils and notebooks does not motivate them to do better or reach a goal. The incentives that were in my project gave them, not only something to look forward to, but for some, an item that cannot be easily obtained in their home.","fullyFundedDate":1765205084036,"projectUrl":"project/anger-coping-group-incentives/9852864/","projectTitle":"Anger Coping Group Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chavez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8891574_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747863897008","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8891574"},{"teacherId":8356285,"projectId":9554400,"letterContent":"The addition of relaxing chairs, soft throw pillows, and soothing visual elements—such as the star projector and mental-health-focused posters—has transformed the space into a welcoming environment where students immediately feel safe and supported. These features work together to reduce sensory overload by offering calming lighting, comfortable seating options, and positive visual reminders that promote emotional awareness. As a result, students are able to step away from the demands of the day and enter a space intentionally designed to lower stress, encourage grounding, and help them reconnect with a sense of control.\r\n\r\nHands-on sensory tools such as the zen sand garden, kinetic sand, anxiety sensory stickers, and various sensory toys further support students in managing their emotions by giving them appropriate outlets for physical and emotional tension. These items promote mindfulness, tactile engagement, and self-regulation by allowing students to focus their attention on simple, repetitive movements that naturally calm the nervous system. When combined, all of these elements create a purposeful reset space where students can decompress, regulate their emotions, and return to class ready to engage more successfully.","fullyFundedDate":1758033486795,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calming-space-for-student-wel/9554400/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calming Space for Student Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stacy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8356285_orig.jpg?crop=450,450,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663004368936","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8356285"},{"teacherId":23738,"projectId":9306310,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students have started learning about the science of hydroponics. \r\nAt our school we dedicate one day a month to trying something different from our regular curriculum. In my computer class, we usually use this time to work on different types of gardening. I was looking for something for us to do in the colder months of fall and winter. Our administration was able to acquire some frames for a hydroponics system from another school that was giving them away, but we needed to supply the pumps, lights, and other parts. Your donations provided that equipment.\r\nIn November we were able to start the seeds and they just grew enough to move them into the hydroponics system. Next week we will have our next lesson and we will get to learn about how the hydroponic system works and how the plants are able to grow without any soil. \r\nMy 5th and 6th graders were really excited to be doing something hands on. Several of them commented on how they help their families take care of gardens at home. I look forward to them seeing another way of gardening, and we hope this interest follows them into high school and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1756680133142,"projectUrl":"project/completing-our-hydroponics-system/9306310/","projectTitle":"Completing Our Hydroponics System","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gazdziak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp23738_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486079506819","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ggazdziak"},{"teacherId":9698051,"projectId":9564345,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my Building Social Skills Through Board Games project. Because of your generosity, our students now have meaningful, engaging opportunities to learn and grow while having fun.\r\n\r\nThe kids are absolutely loving the games and look forward to recess even more. It's been wonderful to see them interacting, collaborating, and building confidence through play. Many of them have shared how much they appreciate having these games available, and it's clear that your support is making a real difference in their day.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in their social development, their joy, and their sense of community. Your kindness has created moments they will remember and skills they will carry forward.","fullyFundedDate":1759083988392,"projectUrl":"project/building-social-skills-through-board-gam/9564345/","projectTitle":"Building Social Skills Through Board Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Khanna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9698051_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754694757823","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9698051"},{"teacherId":5822096,"projectId":9887013,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support. The new volleyballs you provided have immediately become the heart of our practices. For many of our athletes, this is their first experience in an organized sport and having high-quality, reliable equipment has given them confidence and pride from the very start.\r\n\r\nWe've already put the volleyballs to great use. With enough volleyballs for every group, no one has to wait, and the girls stay fully engaged the entire time. Their skills and their confidence are growing each day. \r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a lasting impact. Thank you for believing in our students and helping them grow both as athletes and as young leaders.","fullyFundedDate":1762791412597,"projectUrl":"project/volleyballs-for-afterschool-club/9887013/","projectTitle":"Volleyballs for Afterschool Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaufmann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5822096"},{"teacherId":5822096,"projectId":9853011,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support. The new volleyballs you provided have immediately become the heart of our practices. For many of our athletes, this is their first experience in an organized sport and having high-quality, reliable equipment has given them confidence and pride from the very start.\r\n\r\nWe've already put the volleyballs to great use. With enough volleyballs for every group, no one has to wait, and the girls stay fully engaged the entire time. Their skills and their confidence are growing each day. \r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a lasting impact. Thank you for believing in our students and helping them grow both as athletes and as young leaders.","fullyFundedDate":1762569864124,"projectUrl":"project/setting-up-for-success-new-volleyballs/9853011/","projectTitle":"Setting Up for Success: New Volleyballs for Our Afterschool Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaufmann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5822096"},{"teacherId":7107643,"projectId":8054203,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our wrestling program through DonorsChoose. Because of your support, we were able to fully equip our wrestlers with the proper headgear they needed to compete safely and confidently throughout the season.\r\n\r\nYour gift made a direct and meaningful impact. Many of our students would not have had access to quality equipment without your help. Thanks to you, they were able to train and compete with confidence, knowing they had the same protection and support as any other team. The headgear you helped provide allowed them to focus on their performance, not worry about what they lacked.\r\n\r\nThis season, our wrestlers learned more than just technique, they learned that their community believes in them. Your generosity reminded them that their goals matter, and that hard work is worth it.","fullyFundedDate":1710048406306,"projectUrl":"project/southside-chicago-wrestling-headgears/8054203/","projectTitle":"Southside Chicago Wrestling Headgears","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Lucio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7107643"},{"teacherId":8939452,"projectId":9066426,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to play with the new manipulatives and fidgets. They are eager to engage in hands on activities to practice self regulation. These tools also help them in the classroom, while doing work. The fidget helps them concentrate, ground themselves and calm their nerves. \r\nMany of the snakes obtained from this project has nourished many of our children during tough times in school and getting snacks that may not be easily attainable at home. \r\nThe basketball hoop and volleyball helps kids take a mentsl break to participate in a healthyand friendly coping skill. They exert some energy and then return to their classwork. Overall, words cannot describe the impact your donations have made. Please know that your donation has made a powerful and positive impact and I am thankful for the trust you have in me to provide me with the tools necessary to support my students.","fullyFundedDate":1746557916862,"projectUrl":"project/social-work-fidget-tools-for-promoting-c/9066426/","projectTitle":"Social Work-Fidget Tools for Promoting Calmness in Students with Disabilities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Razo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8939452_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y300&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737055291167","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8939452"},{"teacherId":3272009,"projectId":8742670,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving the students opportunity to get involved in a STEAM project. This took a lot of planning in preparation for the students to get started with their project and a true example of them \"trusting the process\". I couldn't believe how diligent and focused they were in getting their pictures built with the nails. Next month we will finish up the nailing and begin with the yarn to start building their images. I was quoted by one of my students when she saw her image coming up into view with the nails, \"Oh, I see it! I'm going to keep this forever!!\" Some students were able to take the leadership role and help others, some students turn to others they usually wouldn't talk to for help and guidance. This was a great project to practice their skills from math and digital designing to art and creativity all while collaborating together. To have students requesting to come in during their recess time to keep working on this speaks volumes. Thank you again for giving the students this opportunity and experience.","fullyFundedDate":1733856547646,"projectUrl":"project/get-creative-with-string-art-a-wonderou/8742670/","projectTitle":"Get Creative with String Art: A Wonderous Wednesday Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3272009_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1672029621258","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mkaur"},{"teacherId":5822096,"projectId":5983954,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your contribution has made a meaningful impact on my students and their learning experience.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generous donation. The money you donated was used to purchase a roll-down wall map. As the students continue to learn about ancient civilizations and keep up with current events, the map of the world and the United States has become a class favorite. It serves as a wonderful visual tool that the students use every day to make connections between the past and the present.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps make learning more engaging, interactive, and meaningful. You've given my students a valuable resource that enhances their understanding of geography and history while sparking curiosity about the world beyond our classroom walls.","fullyFundedDate":1642612819837,"projectUrl":"project/where-in-the-world-is-ms-kaufmanns-cla/5983954/","projectTitle":"Where in the world is Ms. Kaufmann's class?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaufmann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5822096"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_110805","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":840,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":94,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":97,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"5 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":71.2,"schoolId":110805,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Richardson Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Richardson Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/chicago-public-school-district-299/richardson-middle-school/110805"}