{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Goodrell Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":33.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9480962,"projectId":10107185,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your donation of personal care supplies will make a huge difference for my students. Having access to items like feminie supplies, chapstick, lotion, and other hygiene essentials helps them feel confident, comfortable, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nThese supplies remove a barrier that many of our students face quietly, and your kindness ensures they can focus on being successful in school instead of worrying about basic needs. My students and I are incredibly grateful for your compassion and willingness to invest in their well-being.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping us create a safe, supportive, and caring learning environment. Your generosity truly matters.","fullyFundedDate":1772001271864,"projectUrl":"project/dignity-for-every-student-personal-care/10107185/","projectTitle":"Dignity for Every Student: Personal Care Items for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harmon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9480962_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y280&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709127499582","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9480962"},{"teacherId":9480962,"projectId":10101353,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your donation of snacks may seem small on the surface, but it makes an incredible difference to my students each and every day. Having access to something healthy and filling helps them stay focused, energized, and ready to learnes, especially on those days when they come to school hungry or need a little boost to get through the afternoon.\r\n\r\nThe smiles on their faces when they see the snack bin restocked say it all. Your kindness shows them that their learning matters and that there are people outside of our school community who believe in them. It's a powerful message, and I'm grateful you chose to share it with my class.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our students in such a meaningful, practical way. Your generosity truly helps our classroom feel like a place where every child is cared for.","fullyFundedDate":1771451313446,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-learning-with-healthy-snacks-for/10101353/","projectTitle":"Fueling Learning With Healthy Snacks for Motivated Middle Schoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harmon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9480962_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y280&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709127499582","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9480962"},{"teacherId":3155777,"projectId":10202605,"letterContent":"I can't tell you how awesome it feels to get called down to the office to pick up a box of literature to share with the students in Project LIT! Today, I couldn't wait to get them upstairs...I cracked the box open in the office and shared the first look with a fellow teacher! We immediately started discussing possible uses for \"Just Mercy\" beyond Project LIT!\r\nDonors, thank you so much for allowing me to place these books on the shelf and have them ready to go for readers. I don't know if they'll take it for summer reading or if it'll be a fall read, but I know how grateful these bibliophiles are to have such great options to tackle. At least two students who are transitioning to high school will leave our building with copies to read and the memories you've helped them create through our discussions. Mil gracias!","fullyFundedDate":1777041873171,"projectUrl":"project/just-mercy-in-project-lit/10202605/","projectTitle":"\"Just Mercy\" in Project LIT","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. V. 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Instead of feeling frustrated or distracted, they can use a fidget to reset and continue learning with confidence.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom has become a more supportive and inclusive environment where every student has access to what they need to succeed. You are helping create a space where students feel comfortable, focused, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a meaningful impact on my students' growth and success!","fullyFundedDate":1776424316197,"projectUrl":"project/fidgets-for-focus/10069851/","projectTitle":"Fidgets for Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Small","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565759_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727054787760","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565759"},{"teacherId":9565759,"projectId":10020460,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity provides more than just supplies—it gives my students the tools they need to fully engage in learning every single day. With your help, we can keep our classroom stocked with essentials like pencils, paper, markers, and printer ink so that no student has to worry about not having what they need.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students can focus on thinking, creating, and growing instead of sharing limited materials or going without. Your support helps create a calm, organized, and equitable environment where every child feels prepared, confident, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your kindness and commitment to education. Thank you for helping my students succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1771100554886,"projectUrl":"project/restocking-the-basics-paper-pencils-a/10020460/","projectTitle":"Restocking the Basics: Paper, Pencils, and Possibilities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Small","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565759_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727054787760","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565759"},{"teacherId":9565759,"projectId":9841920,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom!\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students will have access to educational and strategy games that make learning both meaningful and fun. These games give students the opportunity to practice teamwork, communication, and critical thinking while building strong friendships along the way.\r\n\r\nYour donation also helps us create an organized and welcoming game area with storage bins and labels, encouraging students to take responsibility for our classroom and care for shared materials. These experiences teach valuable life skills like cooperation, patience, and learning to win—and lose—with kindness.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, you are helping bring joy, connection, and a sense of community into our classroom. I am truly grateful for your support and the positive impact you are making on my students every day.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our classroom learn, grow, and play together!","fullyFundedDate":1769399151469,"projectUrl":"project/games-for-learning-and-fun/9841920/","projectTitle":"Games for Learning and Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Small","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565759_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727054787760","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565759"},{"teacherId":2047834,"projectId":10115148,"letterContent":"I just wanted to say thank you so much for supporting my students—these books have truly made a difference already!\r\n\r\nMy 7th grade readers are working below grade level, and for many of them, reading has felt frustrating for a long time. These decodable texts have changed that. Each book focuses on specific vowel patterns, so students are able to practice the exact skills they're learning in a way that actually makes sense to them. Instead of guessing or feeling stuck, they're starting to figure words out—and that's a huge shift.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom has become much more positive and interactive. We read together, talk through tricky words, and celebrate when things click. The chapter format has been a big win—students love feeling like they're reading a \"real\" book and getting to the next chapter. The pictures also really help pull them into the story.\r\n\r\nThe biggest change has been in their confidence. I have students who used to avoid reading or shut down who are now willing to try. Some are even volunteering to read out loud, which is something I didn't see before. They're actually interested in the story and want to keep going—and for this group, that's huge.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are starting to believe they can be readers. That means more than I can say. Thank you for making that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1773845000744,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-struggling-readers-with-talis/10115148/","projectTitle":"Empowering Struggling Readers with Talisman Decodables","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Darr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2047834_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720395054251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2047834"},{"teacherId":8390470,"projectId":9981891,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom is now a space where creativity, collaboration, and big dreams truly come to life. Your support for Creating, Collaborating, and Dreaming Big (Art & Teamwork) has given students the materials and opportunities they need to express themselves through art while learning how to work together, share ideas, and problem-solve as a team.\r\nThese art experiences go far beyond making something beautiful. They build confidence, encourage communication, and help students see that their ideas matter. Many of our students thrive when they can learn creatively and collaboratively, and your donation makes that possible every single day.\r\nThank you for believing in our students, for investing in their creativity, and for helping them see that their dreams are worth imagining—and pursuing. We are so grateful for your support and for the lasting impact you've made on our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1768741167957,"projectUrl":"project/creating-collaborating-and-dreaming-bi/9981891/","projectTitle":"Creating, Collaborating, and Dreaming Big (Art & Teamwork)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McKinley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8390470_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x40,y122&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760974819694","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8390470"},{"teacherId":8390470,"projectId":9853908,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting Crafting Connections: Empowering Students Through Art. Because of you, our classroom is filled with a wide variety of craft supplies that allow students to create, explore, and express themselves in meaningful ways.\r\nThese materials give students the opportunity to connect—with their own creativity, with their peers, and with their learning. Through hands-on art and crafting experiences, students build confidence, strengthen fine motor skills, and learn the importance of collaboration and perseverance. For many of our students, having access to these supplies opens the door to communication, joy, and a sense of belonging.\r\nYour support has empowered our students to take risks, share ideas, and turn imagination into something they can proudly hold in their hands. We are so grateful for your kindness and for the lasting impact you have made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1770998511424,"projectUrl":"project/crafting-connections-empowering-student/9853908/","projectTitle":"Crafting Connections: Empowering Students Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McKinley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8390470_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x40,y122&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760974819694","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8390470"},{"teacherId":3155777,"projectId":10110506,"letterContent":"Today, I found a stack of boxes in my room, which means it's time to stock our Project LIT shelves! I am so excited to bring \"A Monster Calls\" back to Project LIT in the very near future.\r\n\r\nOne of the best parts of this book, for me, is the combination of a longform narrative with graphic elements included. I tried to capture a bit of that in the photos, so I hope you can see it. The story is beautiful, breathtaking, and heartbreaking. When students select it, it will be the third time I've had the fortune to read it alongside students and, I hope, do a comparison with its movie counterpart.\r\n\r\nDonors, I'm so grateful for you and the way you're breathing life into this mighty club of dedicated readers. Thank you so much for taking these literary journeys with us!","fullyFundedDate":1773867959178,"projectUrl":"project/a-monster-calls-to-project-lit/10110506/","projectTitle":"A Monster Calls to Project LIT","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. V. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3155777_orig.jpg?crop=732,732,x17,y200&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1556374156918","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/v-robinson"},{"teacherId":3155777,"projectId":10110492,"letterContent":"What a true delight it is to return from Spring Break and learn that I have boxes of books to open and place on my Project LIT shelves! Seeing \"Simon Sort of Says\" come back (I read it with students 2 years ago) means that a new group of literary minds will have a chance to experience it.\r\n\r\nOur students are meeting for our first Project LIT meeting after Spring Break today and this is some of the very best news to share! While we are currently discussing \"Monday's Not Coming,\" I have a strong certainty that our readers are going to want to replace one of our currently planned reads with \"Simon Sort of Says.\" It is wildly appealing to all readers of all skill levels.\r\n\r\nDonors, I'm so thankful for your help in keeping my shelves stocked with choices for our students to agonize over! After all, choosing your next favorite read is the most delightful agony.","fullyFundedDate":1773843330485,"projectUrl":"project/a-newberry-honor-winner-in-project-lit/10110492/","projectTitle":"A Newberry Honor Winner in Project LIT","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. V. Robinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3155777_orig.jpg?crop=732,732,x17,y200&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1556374156918","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/v-robinson"},{"teacherId":3155777,"projectId":10110460,"letterContent":"Oh my goodness! It was such a joyful moment, opening these boxes and seeing two very beloved books staring back at me! \r\n\r\nOur students are meeting for our first Project LIT meeting after Spring Break today and this is some of the very best news to share! Both of these titles are ones that have gotten high praise from previous Project LIT readers, but none of my current readers have read these. As we prepare for the end of the year and some of the group members transitioning to high school, I anticipate that some will choose to take The Brave, The Parker Inheritance, or even both home as treasured reads to share with new friends on their new high school adventures.\r\n\r\nDonors, I'm so thankful for your help in keeping my shelves stocked with choices for our students to agonize over! 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