{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Hubert Humphrey Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":26.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10084835,"projectId":9657328,"letterContent":"Thank ou so much for the Laser Maze activities. From the moment they hit the tables the students were fully engaged in the action. Trying different pieces, comeing up with their own designs, non stop. Their minds and hands were working overtime:) We will be continuing to use these in training for our STEM Fair coming up in the near future. The Laser Maze activities are the types of hands on pieces that many of the students do not have access to at their house.\r\n\r\nWe are all feeling so blessed with your support for our STEM Club. Giving students a safe place to engage in activities and get them talking and sharing ideas is harder than it seems. Your generosity will also be shared with teachers for mini lessons in their classrooms. The ripple effect will be unmeasurable.\r\nTHANK YOU! THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!!!","fullyFundedDate":1758724572177,"projectUrl":"project/stem-club-light-lessons/9657328/","projectTitle":"STEM Club Light Lessons","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mayer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10084835_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752940035812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10084835"},{"teacherId":10066971,"projectId":9439274,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the amazing donation to help our classroom. These students will really benefit from these items. I try to make our lessons and classroom more exciting for our students and these donations will really help with that. From the photos you can see that I used the laminator to laminate words to help my special education and English as a Second Language students build their vocabulary. I used the coloring supplies for students to express themselves to create their own lab coat. This was used as a get to know you activity at the beginning of the year and they are now displayed in our room. We also used the coloring supplies for students to show understanding of the water cycle by creating a model. The takis are the kids favorite snack! So I filled it our \"Kindness Treasure Chest\" with them. How the Kindness Treasure Chest works is when students do random acts of kindness or show kindness towards their fellow classmates they get to grab a snack out of there. Having the clorox wipes and paper towels are a great addition to keep our classroom clean and sanitized for my students and our classroom. Finally, we will be using the microscope slides that you donated in our last unit of the school year which is biology. Students have NEVER used a microscope let alone looked a cells of anything. So when we get to this unit they will be so excited. I did show them at the beginning of the year the slides and told them what we were going to do and they were ecstatic! \r\nI really appreciate your donation and I cannot express the gratitude that I have for it. Thank you for your generosity and kindness. My students will become better scientists because of you.","fullyFundedDate":1752855649984,"projectUrl":"project/biology-labs/9439274/","projectTitle":"Biology Labs!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10066971"},{"teacherId":9610416,"projectId":9374752,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students are ready to open the coffee cart for its second successful year of business on September 12th! Because of your support, we were able to purchase the essential items needed to launch again this fall.\r\n\r\nThe coffee cart is more than just a morning pick-me-up for our staff—it is a hands-on learning experience that cannot be replicated in the classroom. Through this project, students gain valuable skills such as communication, teamwork, responsibility, money management, problem-solving, and customer service. Each warm beverage and treat they prepare and deliver builds confidence and independence that will benefit them for years to come.\r\n\r\nOur students are eager and excited to begin serving staff again, and your investment makes it possible. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping create opportunities where they can learn, grow, and shine!","fullyFundedDate":1755731245875,"projectUrl":"project/brewing-success-supporting-year-two-of/9374752/","projectTitle":"Brewing Success: Supporting Year Two of Our Student-Run Coffee Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9610416_orig.jpg?crop=587,587,x252,y573&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748652598866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9610416"},{"teacherId":10046270,"projectId":9432685,"letterContent":"The new resources have already made such a difference for my students! The fidgets have become a tool that helps them calm their bodies and focus their minds during classwork. I've seen students who usually struggle to stay seated now able to finish an assignment while quietly using a fidget. The snacks have been just as impactful—when students come to my office needing a little break or support, having something to eat helps them reset and return to class ready to learn. One of my favorite moments was seeing a student relax with a fidget in hand while opening up about their feelings—it created such a safe and supportive space.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their eyes lit up. They were so excited to try out the fidgets, and many said things like, \"This is just what I need!\" The snacks also brought a big smile to their faces. For some, it was the comfort of knowing there's always something available for them when they're hungry. Their joy and gratitude were so genuine, and it reminded me how even small things can mean so much in helping kids feel cared for and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, my students will continue to use the fidgets and snacks as part of their self-regulation and coping strategies. These resources are supporting them not only during academic lessons, but also in moments when they need to practice calming their bodies, managing emotions, and building focus. Thanks to your generosity, my students are learning that it's okay to ask for what they need and that they are supported every step of the way. These tools are helping them grow both in and out of the classroom, and I'm so grateful for your kindness in making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1753293315682,"projectUrl":"project/fidgets-fun-a-safe-space-for-studen/9432685/","projectTitle":"\"Fidgets & Fun : A Safe Space for Student Growth\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Milliner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10046270_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y93&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750864725009","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10046270"},{"teacherId":10007459,"projectId":9289831,"letterContent":"Hi Performance Wealth! First off, let me just say that you got me to be a believer in Donors Choose! I've been teaching for 18 years, and this is the first time I've created a donation request. I honestly didn't think anything would come of it; you proved that wrong. It was only about a week after I submitted my request that you came through supporting my project in its entirety. \r\nLast year my co-teacher and I decided to create more of homey space in our room. We collected furniture through the community as well as from our own basements. The space was very inviting but the lighting needed some work. A co-worker loaned us some lamps but it didn't offer enough light for the space. Hence the creation of the Donors Choose project. The new lamps offer enough light without needing the overhead lights, creating a comfortable bright learning atmosphere. We could not have done it without you.\r\nThank you so much for choosing this project!","fullyFundedDate":1746472907279,"projectUrl":"project/can-you-see-the-light/9289831/","projectTitle":"Can You See the Light?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McNulty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10007459"},{"teacherId":9854586,"projectId":9114155,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations that funded our Zearn math snack cart here at Humphrey Middle School! These donations are continuing to motivate our students to complete their on-line math lessons and fueling them with energy to continue to grow mathematically through the remainder of school year. \r\n\r\n Students have been improving with number of Zearn lessons completed, which then directly impacts their math scores and growth in math class. Thanks to all your help we have more students on task utilizing this program each month! Your continued support is always appreciated, as our students truly are motivated by these additional incentives to keep them learning.","fullyFundedDate":1742823971280,"projectUrl":"project/future-ready-math-for-kids-incentives-ro/9114155/","projectTitle":"Future Ready Math For Kids Incentives Round 2!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simmons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9854586"},{"teacherId":9837822,"projectId":9180915,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous contributions to my classroom. The students are going to be so excited to see their art laminated and hanging in the hallway on display. This is really going to boost their enthusiasm for art.\r\n\r\nTo show our appreciation I gave my students a project themed around gratefulness. Each student choose one word that they are grateful for in their lives. Some of the responses like \"football\" or \"tacos\" made me laugh, but there were many heartfelt projects showing gratitude towards friends or family as well. They will be getting their projects back in laminated form. The new laminator works great and the paper trimmer will ensure the edges are nice and neat for presentation.","fullyFundedDate":1742582578095,"projectUrl":"project/laminate-student-art-work/9180915/","projectTitle":"Laminate Student Art Work!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Patino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9837822"},{"teacherId":8070747,"projectId":9011832,"letterContent":"I want to express my gratitude for your generous contribution to my project: Encouraging Risk-Taking in a Math Classroom. Thanks to your support, we've been able to add some truly transformative resources that have already had such a positive impact on my students. \r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting moments was when the students first saw the bin of fidgets. Their faces lit up with excitement! The fidgets have helped students maintain engagement as well as provided an outlet for students needing a sensory break. They have absolutely loved them! \r\n\r\nAdditionally, the magnetic marker holders, lamps, fidgets, plastic sleeves, and more have truly made a difference in our classroom environment. The students have been using the magnetic marker holders each time we are at our vertical stations to keep their supplies organized and easily accessible during lessons. It's helped reduce the time spent searching for any dropped supplies, which means more time for learning! \r\nSimilarly, the plastic sleeves have been game-changing for our vertical whiteboard stations! It is easy to reuse worksheets without wasting paper, making the learning process feel more interactive. This has encouraged more risk-taking, as students feel free to make changes and try new approaches without fear of making mistakes. The lamps, also, have made such a difference. Many students have shared how much easier it is to focus and work with the softer light, which creates a more comfortable and productive space for everyone.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, I'm excited to continue using these wonderful supplies to further encourage risk-taking in my math classroom, still following the Building Thinking Classrooms model. Thank you once again for your support. You've made a lasting impact on my students' educational experiences, and we are so grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1744032904384,"projectUrl":"project/encouraging-risk-taking-in-a-math-classr/9011832/","projectTitle":"Encouraging Risk-Taking in a Math Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kapuku","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8070747"},{"teacherId":9685825,"projectId":8948461,"letterContent":"The technologies we've acquired through your generous donations play a pivotal role in enhancing our students' learning experiences. The rolling desk and ergonomic chair promote a flexible and comfortable workspace, allowing students to adjust their learning environment to fit their individual needs. This adaptability encourages active participation and collaboration among peers, fostering an inclusive atmosphere where every student feels empowered to share their ideas. Furthermore, the keyboard enhances their digital literacy skills, enabling them to engage with various educational software and online resources that make learning more interactive and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nThe array of sensory toys you provided has also created excitement among the students, stimulating their curiosity and encouraging exploration through hands-on learning. These toys not only entertain but also serve as valuable tools for cognitive and emotional development, helping students manage stress and focus better during lessons. The classroom phone chargers ensure that students can keep their devices powered and ready for use, facilitating seamless integration of technology into daily activities. Collectively, your contributions have transformed our classroom into a vibrant learning environment that inspires students to be enthusiastic and engaged learners. Thank you once again for your support and commitment to our students' education!","fullyFundedDate":1733237518722,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-with-essential-tool/8948461/","projectTitle":"\"Empowering Students With Essential Tools for Success\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Segura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9685825_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y62&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723920152078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melissasegura"},{"teacherId":9706705,"projectId":8981515,"letterContent":"This care cart has been such a blessing to my students! I love watching kids feel confident grabbing a cup or ramen noodles for after school, or a hair tie just before gym class. These seem like such simple things, but have helped to create such a positive and safe environment in my classroom.\r\nInitially my students were hesitant to utilize the care cart, though I really didn't expect anything less. I put a sign on the care cart reminding kids to take what they need, and leave what they don't. I ensured my students that they can take whatever they want and that they don't need permission to grab something. Quickly, they became more and more confident in taking from the cart, and I truly believe that they have honored only taking the things that they need.\r\nIn the future, I hope to expand this to a closet rather than just a cart and to provide more essentials for my students. For now, this cart is a perfect launch to ensure that my students are receiving those key physical safety needs to have a productive learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1733237518324,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-care-closet-cart/8981515/","projectTitle":"Middle School Care Closet (Cart)","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vaclavik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9706705"},{"teacherId":9706705,"projectId":8981429,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the items to help create a thinking classroom. My students love having choice in their seating. They were thrilled to have the couch and bean bags as a comfy place to learn. We have especially benefitted from using this area for small group interventions during class.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, my kids (and me too!) LOVE having the lights at the whiteboards. These lights have allowed students to get my attention for assistance while working at whiteboards without having to stop what their doing to try and get my attention while I'm helping other groups. The laminator has been beneficial for turning boring desk work into laminated magnetic cards that kids can sort and do activities with at the white boards.\r\n\r\nWe are currently making equations, so it's been really great to give kids the flexibility to draw their visuals on the whiteboards, or to sit in a comfy area and collaborate together!","fullyFundedDate":1733237519303,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-thinking-classroom/8981429/","projectTitle":"Building A Thinking Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vaclavik","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9706705"},{"teacherId":9685825,"projectId":8679282,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well! I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation through DonorsChoose. Thanks to your support, I was able to purchase wired mice, noise-canceling headphones, and handwriting grips for my classroom.\r\nThese resources are already making a significant difference in our learning environment. The wired mice have enhanced our students' computer skills and engagement during technology lessons. The noise-canceling headphones provided a focused atmosphere, allowing students who may be easily distracted the opportunity to concentrate better on their work. Additionally, the handwriting grips are helping improve fine motor skills and make writing more accessible for all of my students.\r\nYour kindness is not only equipping my classroom with essential tools but also inspiring my students to reach their full potential. Knowing that someone like you believes in their education means so much!\r\nThank you once again for your generosity and support. Together, we're making a positive impact on these young minds!","fullyFundedDate":1726683058905,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-success-essential-tools-for/8679282/","projectTitle":"Empowering Success: Essential Tools for Special Education Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Segura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9685825_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y62&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723920152078","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melissasegura"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_27251","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":535,"numTeachers":51,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":22,"percentWhite":11,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":57,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"10.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":73.4,"schoolId":27251,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Hubert Humphrey Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Hubert Humphrey Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/illinois/valley-view-cmty-sd-365-u/hubert-humphrey-middle-school/27251"}