{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Morley - Stanwood Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":33.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8270247,"projectId":10494133,"letterContent":"I wanted to send a quick note to truly thank you for your generous gift to our classroom. Thanks to you, our annual Fall Book Tasting was a massive success this year!\r\n\r\nIf you aren't familiar with it, the Book Tasting is one of my favorite traditions during the very first week of school. I set up our tables like a restaurant menu, and students \"round-table\" through different genres to sample new titles, take notes on what catches their eye, and build their reading wish lists for the year. The primary goal of the whole activity is simple: to make sure every single student leaves with a list of books they are genuinely excited to read.\r\n\r\nBefore your donation arrived, my classroom library had a huge blind spot—my historical fiction section was severely lacking. It's often a genre kids think they won't like until they find the right story, but I just didn't have enough recent, high-interest options to hook them. Having brand-new, freshly published titles to place on the tables completely transformed that station this year.\r\n\r\nWatching my 8th graders flip through these new books, debate which ones sounded best, and eagerly claim them for their first checkout of the year was the best possible way to kick off our school year. You didn't just add books to a shelf; you gave my students that immediate spark of curiosity right when it matters most.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and helping me foster a love of reading from day one.","fullyFundedDate":1789562075624,"projectUrl":"project/starbooks-book-tasting/10494133/","projectTitle":"StarBooks Book Tasting","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8270247_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720493717880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-coty"},{"teacherId":8270247,"projectId":10070972,"letterContent":"I just wanted to say thank you so much for helping us out with the books for our 8th-grade English class. Your generosity is really amazing and it's made a huge difference. Our classroom shelves are now filled with brand new books that the kids are super excited to dive into. They couldn't wait to start reading them, and it's all thanks to you!\r\n\r\nTeaching in a tough community has its own set of problems, but my students are always curious and love to read. The thing is, keeping them excited and focused on reading all the time can be hard. They need something to keep them going - and what works best is getting them new books that are exactly what they're interested in. When they get to read about things they care about, it's like a fire is lit. They stay engaged and want to keep reading. It's amazing to see how a new book can make all the difference.\r\n\r\nMy students used to get bored with the same old books in our library, but now they're excited to read because we have the books they actually want. It's amazing to see how happy they get when they find a book they asked for on the shelf. Because of your donation, my students feel like their interests matter, and that makes them want to come to class and read every day. Our classroom is now a place where they feel welcome and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nYou're making a real difference in my students' lives every day. They're getting better at reading, paying attention, and feeling more confident. Thanks for believing in them and helping them out. It means so much to both me and them. Your support is helping them grow and learn in amazing ways.","fullyFundedDate":1773845701581,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-say-yes-to-student-book-requests/10070972/","projectTitle":"Help Us Say Yes To Student Book Requests!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8270247_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720493717880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-coty"},{"teacherId":8121365,"projectId":10249279,"letterContent":"The new Nugget cover has been such a helpful addition to our classroom! My students use our Nugget couch every day to read, work, and get comfortable, so it is bound to get a little messy from time to time. Having an extra cover means I can simply put the dirty cover in the washer and put the clean one on the Nugget right away.\r\n\r\nThis has allowed us to keep our cozy reading and work space available for students without losing any time waiting for the cover to be washed and dried. Instead of having to take the Nugget out of use, students can continue enjoying one of their favorite spots in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us keep our Nugget clean, comfortable, and ready for students to use every day!","fullyFundedDate":1785448245864,"projectUrl":"project/an-extra-cover-for-our-favorite-flexible/10249279/","projectTitle":"An Extra Cover for Our Favorite Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mund","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8121365_orig.jpg?crop=595,595,x693,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650377931795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8121365"},{"teacherId":8121365,"projectId":10231641,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference in helping my students feel comfortable, cared for, and ready to learn each day. Students can grab snacks if they come to school hungry or need a little extra energy to get through the afternoon. The feminine hygiene products give students access to an important basic need without embarrassment or having to miss class. Having these supplies available allows students to take care of themselves and get right back to learning.\r\n\r\nThe bandages and hand sanitizer have also been used regularly throughout the school year, helping us keep our classroom clean and prepared for the everyday little mishaps that happen with middle schoolers! Most importantly, the fan has made a huge difference in our classroom. Our room can get extremely warm, and having the fan running helps students stay more comfortable and focused during lessons.\r\n\r\nThese may seem like small things, but having them readily available means my students can focus on reading, writing, and learning instead of worrying about being hungry, uncomfortable, or not having something they need. I am so grateful to the donors who helped make our classroom a more welcoming and supportive place for students.","fullyFundedDate":1786026338913,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-student-wellness-and-readines/10231641/","projectTitle":"Supporting Student Wellness and Readiness in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mund","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8121365_orig.jpg?crop=595,595,x693,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650377931795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8121365"},{"teacherId":8121365,"projectId":10207245,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by providing us with a comfy Nugget couch! It has quickly become one of the most loved spots in our classroom. My students love curling up on it with a book during independent reading, and it has also become a comfortable place for students to work, collaborate, and take a little break when they need one.\r\n\r\nHaving a cozy space in the classroom has made reading feel even more inviting and has helped create the warm, welcoming environment I want my students to experience every day. It is so special to see students excited to grab a book and settle onto the couch to read.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make our classroom a place where students feel comfortable, supported, and excited to learn. We truly appreciate your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1777060828821,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-classroom-with-a-nugget-couch/10207245/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Classroom With a Nugget Couch","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mund","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8121365_orig.jpg?crop=595,595,x693,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650377931795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8121365"},{"teacherId":8121365,"projectId":10084877,"letterContent":"This project helped increase motivation during independent reading time, especially for students who previously struggled to find books they enjoyed. Having access to high-interest, relevant texts allowed more students to see themselves as readers and build confidence in their reading abilities. It also supported differentiated instruction, as the new books offered a wider range of genres, topics, and reading levels to meet diverse needs.\r\n\r\nOverall, the project not only enriched our classroom library but also fostered a love of reading, encouraged student voice and choice, and created a more inclusive and engaging literacy environment.","fullyFundedDate":1773845196776,"projectUrl":"project/student-requested-books-for-middle-schoo/10084877/","projectTitle":"Student-Requested Books for Middle School Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mund","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8121365_orig.jpg?crop=595,595,x693,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650377931795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8121365"},{"teacherId":8121365,"projectId":9963781,"letterContent":"These books also allowed me to better support important literacy skills in my classroom. Students practice making predictions, analyzing characters and theme, and citing textual evidence while reading books they genuinely enjoy. I've also been able to hold more meaningful conversations with students about their books because they are invested in the stories.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting outcomes has been seeing reluctant readers become more engaged. Some students who previously had difficulty staying focused during reading time are now eager to pick up a book and continue reading from where they left off. Watching students discover books they enjoy has been incredibly rewarding.","fullyFundedDate":1768332855854,"projectUrl":"project/student-requested-books-to-build-a-love/9963781/","projectTitle":"Student-Requested Books to Build a Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mund","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8121365_orig.jpg?crop=595,595,x693,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650377931795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8121365"},{"teacherId":8121365,"projectId":9913255,"letterContent":"These new books have been especially meaningful for students who previously struggled to find something they enjoyed reading. Some of my more reluctant readers are now picking up books right away during reading time and asking if they can take them home to keep reading. Watching students discover books they connect with has been one of the most rewarding parts of this project.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping bring engaging, high-interest books into our classroom and for supporting a love of reading in my students!","fullyFundedDate":1764688741895,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-build-a-library-students-cant-p/9913255/","projectTitle":"Help Us Build a Library Students Can’t Put Down!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mund","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8121365_orig.jpg?crop=595,595,x693,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650377931795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8121365"},{"teacherId":8270247,"projectId":10034680,"letterContent":"So many of our students were excited to see these new books arrive on our shelves—thank you again for helping make that possible! You might be interested to know that these texts introduce far more than just a good story. Several of the new titles incorporate lessons on hunter safety and sportsmanship, reinforcing responsibility, ethical decision-making, perseverance, and respect for others. Whether students are reading about athletes overcoming adversity or outdoor enthusiasts practicing safe hunting and fishing, they are building not only literacy skills but also character and real-world awareness.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is a consistent and valued routine. We dedicate time each Monday and Wednesday to 15 minutes of silent reading, giving students space to independently explore topics that interest them. On Tuesdays, we expand that time during advisory, when the entire grade level reads together. These structured, consistent opportunities help students build stamina, focus, and a genuine love of reading. It's powerful to see a room full of students quietly engaged in books they chose for themselves.\r\n\r\nThese new additions have been especially meaningful for many of my boys, particularly those interested in hunting, fishing, and athletics. It has been exciting to watch reluctant readers become eager participants when they find books that reflect their passions. One student in particular asked for more nonfiction books about football earlier this year. Since adding several new titles to our collection, he lights up when he sees them on the shelf and has been reading with noticeable enthusiasm. Moments like that remind us how important access and choice are in helping students see themselves as readers. Your generosity is directly fueling that excitement, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1769626273273,"projectUrl":"project/epic-stories-for-reluctant-boy-readers/10034680/","projectTitle":"Epic Stories for Reluctant Boy Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8270247_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720493717880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-coty"},{"teacherId":1039103,"projectId":9963634,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom library and helping us grow our graphic novel collection. One of the most exciting shifts in our classroom has been the arrival of the books that the students helped select themselves. The moment the books arrived, the excitement was immediate — students eagerly explored the new titles, shared recommendations with classmates, and several books now even have waiting lists. This sense of ownership has made a huge difference in engagement and motivation.\r\n\r\nThese texts introduce important reading skills such as making inferences, using visual clues to determine meaning, identifying character emotions and motivations, sequencing events, and strengthening comprehension through text-to-image connections. For many of my students, the graphics are essential for understanding what is happening in the story. The illustrations help clarify vocabulary, support struggling readers, and allow students to access deeper meaning than they could from text alone.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom looks calm, joyful, and purposeful. We've even started what the students call \"Starbucks Reading,\" where we read in soft voices while listening to gentle music, creating a relaxed and focused environment. Students often share their books with peers, discuss favorite scenes, and point out details in the illustrations that helped them understand the story better.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who previously struggled to stay engaged during reading time are now asking for extra time to read — some have literally begged to extend our reading block because they are so invested in their books. Seeing their confidence grow, watching them choose books independently, and hearing meaningful conversations about stories has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping our students build critical literacy skills while also rediscovering the joy of reading. Thank you for making such a positive impact on our classroom and our learners.","fullyFundedDate":1766956440877,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-for-struggling-readers/9963634/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels for Struggling Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kangas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1039103_orig.jpg?crop=4284,4284,x0,y714&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1790945175612","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1039103"},{"teacherId":8270247,"projectId":9561900,"letterContent":"When our students returned to class and saw the new supplies—fresh whiteboard markers, Kleenex, hand sanitizer, deodorant, two sturdy pencil sharpeners, cleaning wipes, towels, stacks of paper, and a full set of clipboards—they lit up. Middle schoolers notice when their learning space feels cared for, and these items immediately made our classroom more comfortable and functional. The clipboards were especially exciting for students who love our flexible seating options; they can now sit on the floor, on cushions, or at our low tables while still having a solid surface for their work.\r\n\r\nWe've already put everything to use. The whiteboard markers have been a game-changer during small-group ELA lessons, especially when students come up to the board to model their thinking during annotation or discussion practice. The new pencil sharpeners have ended the usual morning \"pencil struggle,\" and the hygiene items—like tissues and deodorant—provide quiet support for students who need them. The towels and sanitizer wipes have helped us build a routine of taking pride in our shared space, with students volunteering to wipe down tables at the end of each class. The clipboards are now a favorite tool during reading sessions, writing practice, and partner discussions around the room.\r\n\r\nThese resources allow us to focus on what really matters: growing as readers and writers. Right now, students are strengthening their argumentative writing, and having reliable materials means fewer interruptions and more time deeply engaged in their work. Your generosity didn't just provide supplies—it created a smoother, calmer, and more supportive learning environment. Thank you for giving my students the tools they need to feel prepared, respected, and excited to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1763404630540,"projectUrl":"project/starting-off-strong/9561900/","projectTitle":"Starting Off Strong!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8270247_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720493717880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-coty"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_65927","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":235,"numTeachers":18,"percentFrplEligible":94,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":92,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":1,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":66.3,"schoolId":65927,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Morley - Stanwood Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Morley - Stanwood Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/michigan/morley-stanwood-community-school-district/morley-stanwood-middle-school/65927"}