{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Spruce Mountain Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":36.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10266669,"projectId":10448954,"letterContent":"Thank You for Supporting Our Classroom!\r\n\r\nThank You for Supporting Our Classroom!\r\n\r\nWe are so incredibly grateful for your generous donation of a tablet to our middle school math classroom! Your support is providing us with more than just a piece of technology—it is giving us a new way to learn, connect, and make math come alive.\r\n\r\nWith this tablet, I will be able to cast my lessons onto our Promethean board while moving freely around the classroom. Instead of being tied to the front of the room, I can work alongside students, check their thinking, answer questions, and provide support while still guiding our lesson on the board.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this technology will help make math more interactive, engaging, and fun! It will allow students to see math in new ways and create a classroom environment where learning is active and exciting.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping make our classroom a better place to learn. Your generosity will have an impact every day, and we truly appreciate your belief in our students and their education.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us make math more engaging, more interactive, and more fun!\r\nThank you for helping us make math more engaging, more interactive, and more fun!","fullyFundedDate":1789558981494,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-math-class-learn-without-limits/10448954/","projectTitle":"Help Our Math Class Learn Without Limits!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Slovak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10266669"},{"teacherId":6145141,"projectId":10626019,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and my students by providing the school supplies they need to be successful. These supplies have made a meaningful difference in our classroom, not only by giving students the materials they need to complete their work, but also by helping them feel prepared, confident, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nIn a middle school classroom, it is easy for students to arrive without something they need. Sometimes they forget a pencil, run out of paper, or do not have the supplies necessary to complete an activity. When I am able to provide these items, students do not have to worry about being unprepared or unable to participate. Instead, they can immediately get what they need and focus their attention on learning. Having access to supplies helps remove one more barrier between my students and their education. It also helps students feel cared for and supported because they know that our classroom is a place where they can find what they need to be successful.\r\n\r\nThe organization of our classroom supplies has also had a huge impact on the way our classroom runs. Because we have the supplies we need and have a designated place for everything, students know exactly where to find materials when they need them. This allows our lessons to flow much more smoothly. I am able to teach without constantly stopping to search for materials or pass supplies around the room, and my students know how to independently get what they need. Those few minutes saved throughout the day add up and allow us to spend more time learning, reading, writing, discussing, and practicing important skills.\r\n\r\nPerhaps one of the most meaningful impacts has been the responsibility my students have learned through caring for our classroom supplies. Students have specific expectations and responsibilities when it comes to getting materials, using them appropriately, and putting them back where they belong. They have learned that our classroom belongs to all of us and that taking care of our shared supplies is part of being a responsible member of our classroom community. I have seen students remind one another where items belong and take pride in keeping our materials organized.\r\n\r\nThese supplies have become much more than pencils, paper, folders, and classroom materials. They have helped create a classroom where students can come prepared to learn, feel supported when they need something, and practice important life skills like organization, independence, and responsibility.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping me create a classroom where they have the tools they need to learn and succeed. Your generosity has made our classroom more organized, more efficient, and more welcoming. Most importantly, it has helped my students feel prepared and confident as they walk through our classroom door each day. I am incredibly grateful for your support and for the difference you are making in the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1789558846817,"projectUrl":"project/extra-resources-for-learning/10626019/","projectTitle":"Extra Resources for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sergio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6145141_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691155201838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6145141"},{"teacherId":6145141,"projectId":7949931,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and my students by providing the school supplies they need to be successful. These supplies have made a meaningful difference in our classroom, not only by giving students the materials they need to complete their work, but also by helping them feel prepared, confident, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nIn a middle school classroom, it is easy for students to arrive without something they need. Sometimes they forget a pencil, run out of paper, or do not have the supplies necessary to complete an activity. When I am able to provide these items, students do not have to worry about being unprepared or unable to participate. Instead, they can immediately get what they need and focus their attention on learning. Having access to supplies helps remove one more barrier between my students and their education. It also helps students feel cared for and supported because they know that our classroom is a place where they can find what they need to be successful.\r\n\r\nThe organization of our classroom supplies has also had a huge impact on the way our classroom runs. Because we have the supplies we need and have a designated place for everything, students know exactly where to find materials when they need them. This allows our lessons to flow much more smoothly. I am able to teach without constantly stopping to search for materials or pass supplies around the room, and my students know how to independently get what they need. Those few minutes saved throughout the day add up and allow us to spend more time learning, reading, writing, discussing, and practicing important skills.\r\n\r\nPerhaps one of the most meaningful impacts has been the responsibility my students have learned through caring for our classroom supplies. Students have specific expectations and responsibilities when it comes to getting materials, using them appropriately, and putting them back where they belong. They have learned that our classroom belongs to all of us and that taking care of our shared supplies is part of being a responsible member of our classroom community. I have seen students remind one another where items belong and take pride in keeping our materials organized.\r\n\r\nThese supplies have become much more than pencils, paper, folders, and classroom materials. They have helped create a classroom where students can come prepared to learn, feel supported when they need something, and practice important life skills like organization, independence, and responsibility.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping me create a classroom where they have the tools they need to learn and succeed. Your generosity has made our classroom more organized, more efficient, and more welcoming. Most importantly, it has helped my students feel prepared and confident as they walk through our classroom door each day. I am incredibly grateful for your support and for the difference you are making in the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1708083682492,"projectUrl":"project/sprinkling-kindness-in-school/7949931/","projectTitle":"Sprinkling Kindness in School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sergio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6145141_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691155201838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6145141"},{"teacherId":6145141,"projectId":5950167,"letterContent":"Book donations have had such a meaningful impact on my classroom and, most importantly, on my students as readers. Having access to a larger and more diverse classroom library allows my students to find books that truly interest them and gives them more opportunities to discover the types of stories they enjoy. One of the biggest challenges I have found as an ELA teacher is helping students see reading as something they can enjoy rather than something they are simply required to do. When students have a limited selection of books, it can be difficult for them to find a story that catches their attention. The generous donations of books have helped change that by giving my students more choices and allowing them to explore different genres, topics, authors, and reading levels. I have seen students become excited when they find a book that feels like it was chosen specifically for them. Some students are drawn to fantasy and adventure, while others prefer realistic fiction, mysteries, sports stories, graphic novels, or books about topics they are already interested in. Having a variety of books means that there is a better chance every student can find something that sparks their curiosity. This choice has helped create a classroom environment where students are encouraged to read for enjoyment and to develop their own reading identities. My students are able to browse the shelves, pick up books, read the back covers, look through the pages, and make their own decisions about what they want to read next. For some students, finding the right book has been the difference between saying, \"I don't like reading,\" and becoming excited to tell me about a book they are currently reading. I love seeing students recommend books to one another, talk about characters and storylines, and get excited when a new book arrives in our classroom library. Donations have also allowed me to keep adding fresh and engaging choices to our collection so that returning students do not feel like they have already read everything available. A growing classroom library gives students the opportunity to try something new without feeling pressured to commit to a book that may not be right for them. If they start a book and realize it is not interesting to them, they can choose another one and continue searching until they find a better fit. This is an important part of helping students understand that reading is personal and that it is okay to have preferences. The donations have helped me create a classroom that feels inviting, exciting, and full of possibilities. Every new book added to our shelves represents another opportunity for a student to discover a favorite author, a new genre, or a story that stays with them. I am incredibly grateful for the support that has helped make our classroom library a place where students can explore, choose, and become excited about reading.","fullyFundedDate":1636401905969,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-sergio-loves-books/5950167/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Sergio Loves Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sergio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6145141_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691155201838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6145141"},{"teacherId":6145141,"projectId":5853502,"letterContent":"We can't thank you enough for all of your generous donations to our classroom! The books, organizational tools, and classroom supplies have made a meaningful difference in my classroom. Having a more organized and inviting space has helped students feel comfortable, stay focused, and enjoy learning. Students have also taken more ownership of our classroom by having specific jobs, such as putting books and supplies back where they belong and helping keep our space organized. \r\nThese routines have encouraged responsibility and pride in our classroom community. With the additional books and supplies available, students have more resources to support their learning, while the organization tools help everything have a place. Together, these items have helped create a welcoming, organized, and inviting classroom where students can focus on learning and feel proud of their space.","fullyFundedDate":1638282391067,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-sergios-classroom-of-wonderful-stu/5853502/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Sergio's Classroom of Wonderful Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sergio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6145141_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691155201838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6145141"},{"teacherId":10266669,"projectId":9899296,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our middle school classroom. We were incredibly grateful to receive the binders, pencils, and dry erase markers. These essential supplies may seem simple, but they make a huge difference in our day-to-day learning and help our classroom run smoothly.\r\n\r\nThe binders and pencils are already helping students stay organized and prepared for class. When students have the tools they need, they can focus more on learning and less on worrying about missing supplies. Being organized helps them build responsibility, confidence, and strong study habits that will benefit them throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers have quickly become a classroom favorite! They are perfect for working through tricky math problems, practicing strategies, and sharing thinking in a low-stress way. Students love being able to try, erase, and try again. Your generosity truly supports engagement, problem-solving, and a positive learning environment. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1766591235244,"projectUrl":"project/invest-in-the-future-one-equation-at-a/9899296/","projectTitle":"Invest in the Future, One Equation at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Slovak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10266669"},{"teacherId":10296918,"projectId":9838716,"letterContent":"My students and I would like to thank you for your awesome donation of both books and games. My students have shown great interest in our small but mighty classroom library. Many students have signed out some of the books you donated! So they are veering towards the \"I survived\" series, Nathanial Hale's Hazardous Tales, and the History Smashers. \r\n\r\nMy students have wrapped up a multi-part unit on US States and Capitals, regions, and map skills. Many of my students have used the flashcards in preparation for their 50-state and capital test! The average score on their test was a 85%! Some students expressed that they liked using the games with or without their notes and other classroom materials! \r\n\r\nAs we return from holiday break, we are starting a new unit and diving into the Americas' pre-Columbian era and before European contact. We will be focusing on different Native American tribes throughout the present-day United States and into Central America. To kick off the unit, I will read aloud \"Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story\" written by Kevin Noble Maillard. I will also be displaying the other Native American texts and encouraging my students to sign them out for independent reading. None of this would be possible without your generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1762532667459,"projectUrl":"project/ms-dunton-loves-social-studies-books-an/9838716/","projectTitle":"Ms. Dunton Loves Social Studies Books and Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10296918_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773409567963","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10296918"},{"teacherId":10266669,"projectId":9721846,"letterContent":"I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of school supplies—including pencils, a paper cutter, Clorox wipes, snacks, and other essentials. Your support has made an immediate and meaningful difference in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe students now have the tools they need to fully engage in lessons and activities without worry, and the classroom feels cleaner, brighter, and more welcoming thanks to your contributions. The snacks have been especially appreciated—helping students stay focused and energized throughout the day. Additionally, resources like the paper cutter and cleaning supplies have made classroom preparation and organization so much more efficient.\r\n\r\nYour kindness not only meets practical needs but also reminds our students that they are cared for and supported by their community. 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